Small wonders at Goa's International Purple Fest 2024

Roxanne D'silva

SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL

An interesting feature of the just concluded International Purple Fest, Goa, was the Sensory Heritage Hub -- a fascinating display of miniature replicas of famous structures.

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

MAE DE DEUS CHURCH, SALIGAO

This stunning Goan church, in Saligao, North Goa, is famous for its Neo-Gothic architectural style.

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage| Saligao church | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

LEANING TOWER OF PISA, ITALY

The world famous Italian monument is known for its almost four degree tilt, caused by an unstable foundation.

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage| leaning tower of Pisa | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

REIS MAGOS FORT, REIS MAGOS

Reis Magos fort, located in Reis Magos, North Goa, dates back to the 16th century, and offers a breathtaking view of the River Mandovi.

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage| Reis Magos | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

CHRIST THE REDEEMER, RIO DE JANEIRO

The colossal statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, exhibits art deco design.

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage| Christ the Redeemer | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

HOWRAH BRIDGE, KOLKATA

The iconic steel bridge spanning the Howrah River, in West Bengal, was initially called the New Howrah Bridge since it replaced a pontoon bridge connecting Howrah and Kolkata (formerly Calcutta).

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

HAMPI STONE CHARIOT, KARNATAKA

An ornate model of the famed stone chariot, located at the Vijaya Vitthala Temple, in Hampi, Karnataka, was also among the stunning displays.

Purple fest 2024| Panjim| small wonders| sensory heritage| Hampi | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

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