famous festival,dance of goa

The most popular celebrations in the Indian state of Goa are Ganesh Chaturthi (Chavoth-Konkani), Diwali,Christmas (Natalam -Konkani), Easter (Paskanchem Fest -Konkani), Samvatsar Padvo or Sanvsar Padvo, Shigmo and the Carnival (Carnaval or Intruz -Konkani). Goa is also known for its New Year's celebrations. The Goan Carnival is known to attract a large number of tourists.

Some traditional Goan dance forms are Dekhnni, Fugdi, and Corridinho. Western Social Dancing is a part of most celebrations.