Curtorim, a scenic village, is located a short 15-minute drive from Margao.
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
FOR THE FAITHFUL
St Alex Church is one of the oldest in Goa and is a major pilgrimage site.
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
PAINT ME GREEN
The lush green paddy fields create a stunning visual spectacle, especially during the monsoon season.
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
SURROUNDED BY WATER
Over 6.1 lakh square metres of Curtorim village, including key water bodies, has been designated as Goa's second biodiversity heritage site.
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
SERENE WATERS
Curtorim is surrounded by many rivers - Rai Tollem, Angdi Tollem, Maitoloi, Sonbem Tollem, Gud Tollem, Mai Tollem and Colamb Tollem.
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
GREEN GRASS OF HOME
Curtorim is also called the granary of Salcete due to its fertile land and agricultural significance.
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
FEASTS AND FESTIVALS
The feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, which is extremely popular, is celebrated at St Alex Church. This particular feast is known as the kelleam fest (feast of bananas).
Goa| Curtorim| Margao | Goan | Goan Village | Photo: Roland Gomes
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