Culture & Tradition

• Folk Dances:

• • Garba: A popular energetic folk dance, especially prominent during Navratri.
  • Mando Dance: A traditional Portuguese folk dance.
  • Verdigao Dance: Another Portuguese-influenced dance form.21
  • Vera Dance: A dance form with Portuguese roots, often depicting the life and happiness of the people.
  • Koli Dance: Popular among the fisherfolk community.22
  • Tribal Dances: Various tribal dances often carry social messages and are an integral part of local culture.23
• Music: Folk music forms a significant part of the cultural expression, incorporating ancient folk traditions, Portuguese melodies, and influences from neighboring Gujarati music.24