The beautiful island of Divar, one of Goa's most popular islands, is a place where you can still see some of the lands old, but vibrant traditions such as the celebration of the local festival of Bonderam. This festival truly embodies the idea of community life in Divar.
A festival that brings cheer, excitement and joy to the island of Divar, it started out as mock fights between the two wards of the island, celebrating the bountiful harvest, followed by a walk, and now, floats have been added to the mix, too.
Watch this video to know how the festival has changed over the years and how people still strongly uphold the traditions that have been passed down through the centuries.