Goa Magic

The happiness of baked goods! How many different Goan breads, patties and biscuits have you tried?

Location: Aldona
Photo credits: Sheela Raghu

The monsoon months are a lean time for the fishing community. Traditionally the fisherfolk have a self-imposed ban on fishing in the monsoons; they stop when the rains make the waters too dangerous and rough, and they commence fishing again on Narli Purnima after offering prayers and a coconut (this year Narli Purnima falls on Aug 30). But there is also an official government ban in place, primarily for fish stocks to recover. June to September is the spawning season for many species. Also, the ban helps fish to grow bigger, thus realising higher value when the fish eventually come to market.




Photo by Ishay Botbol on pexels, fish market at Bandoli in Goa

Mangueshi Temple, Ponda, Goa - a Shiva temple dating to 1560. It was built and rebuilt several times, with mixed architectural elements from Indian and western traditions.