Every Goan backyard tells a story

BEYOND HOME

Beyond vibrant walls and sun-drenched verandas of Goan homes, whispered secrets bloomed in the hidden narratives of their backyards.

BACKYARD STORIES

Backyards in Goa weren't just plots of land, they were vibrant extensions of homes.

EVERGREEN

Plantations were, and are an integral part, of Goan backyards. Some featured large plantations of coconut, mango, and other trees, while others housed potted plants and vegetables nurtured within the backyard's embrace.

SERVANTS' SPACE

Most of the palatial houses would have several servants working for them. Therefore, a room in their backyard was kept for them.

SELF RELIANCE

Back then, being self-sufficient was important to people and they reared chickens, cows, and goats in their backyard.

BACKYARD ASSETS

Backyards doubled as storage spaces, sheltering firewood logs alongside freshly plucked coconuts and other harvested produce.

THEIR SOLACE

Women found their day's solace in the backyards, where they could exercise their body with activities like sweeping, and sometimes eavesdropping to find out what's the fresh news or gossip in the village.

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