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Monday, April 12, 2010

Goa Carnival Parade '10

Goa Carnival is an integral part of the Portuguese heritage of the state, which was a dominion of Portugal till 1961, A statue of Michael Jackson showcased during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010. (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
A character of 'Avatar' movie showcased during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Once the carnival begins, Goa is in a different mood altogether.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Locals of Goa in traditional attire perform during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
A 'Jhanki' based on agriculture showcased during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
There is a riot of colours on the street when the procession comes in its true form, all geared up with sparkling floats and troupes of masked revelers.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
A group present a section of the Goan culture during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
In Goan villages, however, the festivities have a more indigenous flavor.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Each music band gets an audience that is fully into merrymaking.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Essentially a Christian festival, with passing of age all communities have begun to participate in this carnival.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
There are competitions and functions with the winners being given prizes by the king.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
A chance to make mockery of the establishment is not lost during the carnival as people come up with street plays, live bands, and a more than just enthusiastic audience, you can't ask for more.



 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Preparations start much in advance for three day non stop fun and excitement.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
One thing that never stops during three days of galore is the music.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
The carnival epitomizes the fun-loving culture that is characteristic of Goa.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Enthusiastic participant dressed like a traditional Goan. (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Preparations start much in advance for three day non stop fun and excitement.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Once the carnival starts, all Goans do and think is music, dance and merrymaking.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Students perform during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010. (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Students perform during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010. (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Old and young, kids and adults, everyone gets into this party mood.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
A group of women present a section of the Goan culture (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
In the three days of celebrations, cultural functions and competitions abound, and are judged by specially selected people.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Goa Carnival Parade 2010. (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
Women present a section of the Goan culture (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
A foreigner during the Goa Carnival Parade 2010. (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)
The contestants wear colorful costumes and elaborate masks.

 (BCCL/Vincent Braganza)

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