Great reasons to visit Goa this June

HEY JUNE!

The arrival of the monsoons and the drop in temperatures makes June the perfect month to pack your bags and get a feel of Goa. But, there's much more adventure in store during the sixth month.

SHOP LOCAL

Want to add some exquisite ceramic creations to your collection? Head to Dona Paula Potter’s Pop-Up taking place this June 1-2, and support local artists displaying custom and handmade pieces at the exhibit.

ROLL WITH LAUGHTER

All set to send Goa rolling with laughter, Anubhav Singh Bassi will be performing his stand-up comedy special, Kisi Ko Batana Mat, at the Dinanath Mangeshkar Kala Mandir, Panjim on June 8.

ASK IN FAITH

Especially in times of dire need, St Anthony is fondly venerated by the people of Goa. The feast day of St Anthony is June 13, and celebrations are held in a big way at places like Siolim (in the North) and Deussua, Chinchinim (in South Goa).

EXPRESSION OF LOVE

Keeping up with age-old customs, married Hindu women will celebrate Vat Purnima on June 21, observing a fast, adorning new attire and tying a ceremonial thread around banyan trees.

A QUICK DIP

Witness the true Goan festive spirit as locals wear copels (headgear made of flowers and fruits) and jump into wells during the celebrations of Sao Joao, the feast of St John the Baptist, on June 24.

BLESSING THE SEA

The celebrations of Sangodd, observed on June 30 (Feast of Sts Peter and Paul) is uniquely held in several villages in Goa, where fishing communities join boats, and the sea is blessed.

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