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                 🌀 HARVALEM WATERFALL 🌀 Goa had a huge mining operations for several decades where the water used for the mines were diverted from nearby streams and the excess was channeled back. The Locals believe that once the mining had been disrupted, the cycle has been broken. Water isn't sufficient to keep the waterfall alive throughout the year.  Harvalem waterfall also known as Arvalem waterfall has some mesmerizing views covering a height of 50m and an average width of 7m. It is the second most famous waterfall in Goa.  The falls are located in Sanquelim, North Goa. It has been reviewed as one of the world’s most notable and blissful waterfalls there ever is. You can find a great view of the precise nature of the falls. The heavy rain indeed makes it more beautiful to have a look at. Harvalem Waterfall is, without a doubt, a beautiful place to visit if you’re up to see nature’s most gorgeous beauty.  Beautiful river...

            EXPOSING THE DARK SIDE OF GOA  When we think of Goa, we visualise beaches, water sports, booze, and its free vacation vibes. Even for those people who have had an offbeat Goan experience, it is about waterfalls, jungles, bird-watching and architecture.   Hindu culture which is manifested through the spring festival of Shigmo. Shigmo is celebrated around the full moon night of the Hindu calendar month of Phalgun in the Konkan region. What is fascinating about Shigmo is that it is considered to be the ideal occasion to express gratitude to the ghosts and spirits. The Gadyachi Jatra is a part of the festivity during Shigmo devoted to Devanchaar or the demon. The inhabitants of Sal, Borde-Bicholim, Pilgao, Kudne, Savai-Verem villages in Goa, worship the demon as the protecting deity of their villages. Though a demon, Devanchaar does not have negative or evil connotation amongst the locals. The most popular Gadyachi Jatra is performed ...

                      🎭  GOAN CARNIVAL   🎭                           Carnival in Goa, is one of the most happening carnivals, not just in the country, but also across Asia. It is believed that the carnival is celebrated at the end of the winter season to consume the stocked up winter food supplies before it decays. The celebrations also come as an opportunity to indulge in drinking and eating that is prohibited during the Lent month. The carnival is celebrated before Lent – the month that marks fasting as a part of religious observance for 40 days.       In the list of festivals in Goa, The Goa Carnival is celebrated with immense brio and fervour. Every year, the carnival is thrown open to the masses by King Momo in Panaji. Now if you must wonder if that’s the gentleman bringing momos to you! You’re wrong! A ‘King Momo’ in Latin Ame...

                          GOAN STREET FOOD 1. Ros omlette                        Ros omlette is usually prepared on local stalls called ' gaddo '. Mostly these are made of wooden push cart on four wheels. They open around 6pm and closes around 10pm or until it is sold out. Ros omlette is generally served with Goan pav. You can even ask for polee.  It is basically chicken or mutton curry with omlette in it , garnished with onion , lemon and some coriander leaves. You can also ask for omlette according to your choice. Some of the places where you get the best ros omlette. • Gopal ros omlette , Margao - South Goa 📍 • Ulhas gaddo , Margao - South Goa 📍 2. Cutlet pav.                    Goan Steak Pav/Steak Pao also called as Cutlet pav is a delicious snack very popular in Goa . Crispy fried chicken or beef ...

              🌊 PLACES TO VISIT IN MALVAN 🌊 Malvan is one of the best tourist locations in konkan region of Maharashtra. It is well known for its beaches, forts, temples in surrounding areas, seafood and pleasant weather as it is a part of the coastal belt. The beaches of malvan are the best spot for scuba diving and water sports.  1. CHIVLA BEACH    This is a beautiful stretch of clean sand and clear waters bordering Malvan town from the North West. It is a C shaped small beach, calm and serene. In the evening laze around the beach and watch the sun go down is an incredible experience.  • THE TOP BUDGET HOTELS NEAR CHIVLA BEACH: The distance from malvan bus stand to chivla beach is 2km. On reaching chivla beach you get to see the beautiful calm sea. There are lots of hotels near chivla beach like Mayekar holiday home, visava sea view, Savita niwas and so on.                   MAL...

           🌸  MHALASA NARAYANI TEMPLE 🌸 LOCATION: VERNA, GOA 📍 Mhalasa Narayani temple is one of the primary temples in Goa. I have visited this temple in Verna many times. Located at the foothill it is probably one of the biggest temples in Goa.                  The temple was originally located in Varunapuram now known as Verna.  Mhalasa is a kuldevi of many Saraswat Brahmin families and few other communities.  The architecture of this new temple is very unique. The main temple has huge mandapa with a rectangular curvilinear dome. The polished granite floor reflects the hollow dome,  so well that when you walk on it , it almost feels like you are hanging in the air.                  The Murti of Devi is in black stone, and I was told it has been carved locally in Goa. Devi has four arms holding a Trident or Trishul, a Sword, an Asura head, and...

               •   HAWA MAHAL •    (Palace of Winds) Location: Badi Choupad📍 Year of establishment:  1799 The majestic Hawa mahal is a must visit attraction in Jaipur. This place is one of the best places to visit as it  gives you one of the most authentic experiences that give out the traditional beauty of India.  The Hawa Mahal is over 200 years old. One of the most exciting things about these monuments is all you see  are windows. Built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh , the ruler of Kacchhwaha Rajput. This is a fusion of Islamic, Mughal and Rajput architectural style. The best time to visit Hawa Mahal is during sunrise and the sunset as the golden as the golden rays light up the red and pink sandstone building which is spectacular to view.                               SOME INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT HAWA MAHAL •This palace was a summer re...

      ✨ FAMOUS DESTINATIONS OF GUJARAT ✨ I had visited Gujarat in December 2022 and here are some of the famous destinations that we went to  1. RANI KI VAV :         Rani ki vav in Patan or the Queen's step well is a must visit place in Ahemdabad. Rani ki vav was built in the latter half of the 11th century by Queen Udayamati in the memory of her husband King Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty. This place is also a brilliant example of India's architectural genius. Rani ki vav is divided into seven levels of stairs and is designed like an inverted temple , kind of highlighting the sanctity of waters in this area. The central theme of sculptures here is the Dasavataras or the ten incarnations of  Vishnu.      SOME INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT RANI KI VAV : • Rani ki Vav is featured on the new 100 rupee note of India.  • Rani ki Vav in Patan is the only step well to be declared a UNESCO World heritage site.  • It was bui...

                         🏵️ PONDICHERRY 🏵️ Welcome to your one-stop destination for all the information you need for planning an awesome trip to Pondicherry. This charming Portuguese town tucked on India's southern shores has a lot in store for you to explore on your holiday. A couple of weeks ago, I spent a weekend in Pondicherry and had an incredible time. It was a very impromptu trip so we didn't really had an agenda for this trip. WHAT WE SAW?  AUROVILLE - Mantrimandir  Auroville is a peaceful and tranquil area, a few kilometres from the main town of Pondicherry. It is an experimental township with the purpose of realising human unity. Auroville is a hippie paradise and gives you the feel of Goa.             You can't speak about Auroville without mentioning the MANTRIMANDIR ( the golden dome ) which means " temple of the mother" . Standing in the middle of a beautiful gar...