5 POPULAR FESTIVALS OF GOA

VIVA CARNIVAL  Viva carnival is the most famous Goan festival. Carnival is mostly celebrated in Goa. Carnival is celebrated 3 days and 3 nights during the lent. Carnival is introduced by the Portuguese colonial rule. Carnival includes public celebration including public street party, Entertainment etc. Legendary king momo takes over the opportunity of the festival and the event.  HOLI Holi is the festival of colour. It is celebrated to welcome spring. And also a new beginning to release inhibitions and start fresh. Holi is the popular festival of Hindus .on Holi we usually wear white clothes on that day. All age people play with bright, colorful colors.  SHIGMO  Shigmo is the festival of hindu community in the state of Goa. This festival celebrated around March. The dates are announced according to the moony calendar. The dates are announced according to the new style calendar. There are two types of Shigmo Dhakto Shigmo and Vhadlo Shigmo. Dhakto Shi