Goa
Demography
Climate
The Goa weather is characterized by moderate temperatures without any major fluctuations throughout the year.
Summer season - March to May
Monsoon season - June to September
Winter season - December to Febrauary
Pleasant weather conditions is a major reason for emergence of Goa as a tourism hotspot. Though the tourism season begins from October onwards, Goa can actually be visited at any time of the year.
Summer season - March to May
Monsoon season - June to September
Winter season - December to Febrauary
Pleasant weather conditions is a major reason for emergence of Goa as a tourism hotspot. Though the tourism season begins from October onwards, Goa can actually be visited at any time of the year.
Education
The Goa University is the premier centre of learning. There are several professional colleges, including engineering, polytechnics and ITIs.
Educational Institutions in Goa that offer courses in marine engineering, fisheries, hotel management and cuisine are also well-known in India. The Central Library in Panaji and the Xavier Centre for Historical Research are treasure chests of knowledge.
Management studies, law colleges and a catering institute too form a vital part in the list of educational institutions in Goa.
Goa Medical College is among the oldest in Asia and a highly respected institution. The prestigious National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) is a leader in marine research in India.
Educational Institutions in Goa that offer courses in marine engineering, fisheries, hotel management and cuisine are also well-known in India. The Central Library in Panaji and the Xavier Centre for Historical Research are treasure chests of knowledge.
Management studies, law colleges and a catering institute too form a vital part in the list of educational institutions in Goa.
Goa Medical College is among the oldest in Asia and a highly respected institution. The prestigious National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) is a leader in marine research in India.
Cuisine
Goa is a food paradise for those who are fond of seafood. The basic cuisines prevalent in Goa are Konkani, Portuguese and Nawabi cuisines.
Eating out in Goa, India, can be a special experience. Goa is lined up with numerous restaurants offering Goan food or any other food that you want and these Goan restaurants are usually situated by the beach, giving you a unique recipe of the setting sun blended with delicious sea-food and thirst-quenching Feni.
Eating out in Goa, India, can be a special experience. Goa is lined up with numerous restaurants offering Goan food or any other food that you want and these Goan restaurants are usually situated by the beach, giving you a unique recipe of the setting sun blended with delicious sea-food and thirst-quenching Feni.
Culture
The culture of Goa is a stark contrast to the rest of India. This is one quality that makes the culture of Goa truly unique. Goa is a place where you find people accepting the presence of all major religions without any ego or hesitation. This is the place where people follow tradition as well as remain ahead with time and trends. The Goan culture is very easy going and relaxed. You won't find people fighting or arguing over religious issues or dress codes. Everyone is free follow the kind of lifestyle they want to, unlike the rest of India where tradition and conservatism is an inseparable part of one's life.
History
Goa was coveted and ruled by a great number of Indian kingdoms and dynasties from the 4th century onwards. The first kingdom to rule Goa and Konkan were Bhojas, who were the feudatories of Ashoka in 4th and 5th centuries AD. The city of Chandrapur (present Chandor) was founded by Prince Chandraditya, son of Chalukya King Pulakesin from 566 to 597 A.D. after this, Goa was ruled consecutively by Silahara Dynasty, Kadamba Danasty, and finally Hoysalas from 1022 to 1342 A.D.
From the 14th century onwards, Goa became a great trading center on the west coast, especially in the vast trade of horses imported from the Middle East. This was the time for bigger empires to move in and Vijayanagar Empire conquered it in 1344. But there empire was not going to last too long and in 1347, Bahmani Sultans defeated Vijayanagara forces in 1347 and controlled Goa. Afterwards, it was a time of great prosperity and peace for Gpa, especially during the rules of Yusuf Adil Shah and Ismail Adil Shah. They created beautiful houses, fortified Goa, and encouraged local craftsmen. Their liberal and progressive rule was not going to last too long and situation changed in 1510 A.D.
From the 14th century onwards, Goa became a great trading center on the west coast, especially in the vast trade of horses imported from the Middle East. This was the time for bigger empires to move in and Vijayanagar Empire conquered it in 1344. But there empire was not going to last too long and in 1347, Bahmani Sultans defeated Vijayanagara forces in 1347 and controlled Goa. Afterwards, it was a time of great prosperity and peace for Gpa, especially during the rules of Yusuf Adil Shah and Ismail Adil Shah. They created beautiful houses, fortified Goa, and encouraged local craftsmen. Their liberal and progressive rule was not going to last too long and situation changed in 1510 A.D.
Language
Konkani is the official language of Goa which is written in devanagiri script. The other main languages spoken in the state are Marathi, Kannada and Urdu. Gujarati and Hindi are also spoken by a considerable number of populations of the state.
Literature
KONKANI language belongs to the group of Indo-Aryan languages. Marathi and Gujarati are closer languages to it. Konkani is bit similar to even Bengali as far as pronunciations are concerned. Some linguists opine that Konkani was derived from Maharashtrian Prakrit and Mahrashtrian Apabhransha languages. Konkani lexicograper late Sripad Desai affirms that Konkani was emerged from Apabhansha language in and around 10 to 12 centuries AD. He feels that Rajasthani,Gujarati and Konkani are from the same family. In the earlier times Konkani had business interactions with Arabian countries. Therefore some Arabian-Persian words entered Konkani.
Religion
Goa is famous for its religious harmony and one can see a harmonious blend of all major religions of India in Goa.
Hinduism - 65%
Christianity - 30%
Muslims - 3%
Sikhs and other religions - 2%
Hinduism - 65%
Christianity - 30%
Muslims - 3%
Sikhs and other religions - 2%
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