Located on the Western Coasts, Goa is known as the Golden Goa by its people for very beautiful reasons. Besides being home to many sunny and golden beaches, Goa is the hub of cultural confluence. Goa is a melting pot of many cultures which thrive there in perfect harmony. Culture of Goa reflects the confluence of East and West.

Goa had been an important Portuguese colony in Asia for years. Culture of Goa is strongly influenced by the Portuguese culture. Present day culture of Goa is the perfect blend of modernity, traditions, religions and inviting ambience. One can say the Goan culture is the synthesis of Indian and Portuguese cultures.

People of Goa
No Goa travel guide is complete without mentioning about people of Goa. People of Goa are warm hearted, sweet natured and welcoming by nature. On your Goa Travel, you will surely admire their friendly and carefree spirit. Goans, as they love to be called as, know how to live life to the fullest without worrying about petty things. Another thing you will notice on your Goa Travel is the ‘Siesta’. You won’t find any shop or restaurant open from 1 to 4 pm as people go for a nap for this period daily.

Food in Goa
Goans lay great emphasis on the quality and taste of food. Food is very important part of Goa lifestyle. Cuisines of Goa have so many distinct flavors which can satisfy all kinds of palates, especially connoisseurs. Goan food is delicious blend of Portuguese cuisine, Konkani food and the Bahamani Nawabi traditions. Seafood is the inseparable part of Goan food. Despite being simple, Goan food is hot and spicy. Drinks like feni and gin are part of every mealtime. Many vegetarian dishes are also the part of Goan food.

Fairs and Festivals of Goa
Fairs and festivals form important part of Goan culture. These fairs and festivals are occasion to reflect fun spirit of Goans. Goan is reputed for its Indo-Latin festivals and carnivals. Hindus in Goa too celebrate many festivals like Shigmo, Jatra, Shivratri. Goan calendar is full of such festive occasions. The fun and the peaceful spirit shown by the Goans during these occasion, truly reflects the secularism of India.

Nightlife in Goa
Besides many sightseeing attractions in Goa, nightlife of Goa is an important attraction for the travelers here. Partying and the spending time out, is important part of Goa Lifestyle. Even families go for night out and party.