Goa is the favourite beach destination of Indians. As Goa is one of India’s most lively places, with parties, a nightlife, and for many other activities. But that isn’t all about Goa. Culture, legacy, and even a wonderful dose of spirituality abound in the area.
Goa has a rich history and numerous fascinating facts that will amaze you.
History Of Goa
The history of Goa can be talk back to the third century BC.
Goa has rule by a number of rulers since then, including the Portuguese.
The Portuguese arrive in India in 1498 and create a trade colony with the sole purpose of dealing with spices and cotton and end up ruling the state.
The Portuguese admiral Alfonso de Albuquere defeat the governing Bijapur kings on behalf of a local sovereign, and eventually became the state’s ruler.
Goa was ruled by the Portuguese for 450 years until being liberate and becoming part of India on 19th December, 1961.
Facts About Goa
Goa : Best Place State
Because of its infrastructure, the Eleventh Finance Commission of India name as Goa the best-place state.
India’s National Commission on Population rate it as having the best quality of life in India (based on the commission’s “12 Indicators”).
As there is still infrastructural requirements, which need to be given priority as their population keeps growing.
Goa, Daman And Diu Were Joint Union Territory Of India
The union territories of Goa, Daman, and Diu were manage as one until 30th May 1987, when Goa was grant statehood, making Daman and Diu a separate union territory.
In 1961, the 25th state of India’s Union states was free from Portuguese rule.
Daman and Diu remaine outposts of Portuguese overseas territory until 1961, when they with Goa, became part of India.
Portuguese Settlement over Goa
As India gain freedom in 1947, Goa remain a Portuguese colony from 1510 until 1961.
For 450 years, Goa serve as the capital of the Portuguese Empire east of the Cape of Good Hope.
After a group of Portuguese adventurers, including Vasco de Gama, discover a new path to India in the late 15th century, Goa became the ideal location for the Portuguese intent to defeat the East’s manipulation of the spice route.
And there aren’t many Portuguese in Goa these days, their culture has had a significant impact on the state’s culture.
The houses , govt buildings in panaji are free architectural examples of Portuguese still in use.
Due to the long Portuguese influence over the state, Goa’s culture is a wonderful combination of both Indian and Western culture, which still stands out.
Goa Forest Quality Third Best In India
According to the India State of the Forest Report (ISFR) 2021 of the Forest Survey of India, Goa has the third highest per hectare growing stock in forest in India, behind Kerala and Uttarakhand.
With over 33% of Goa is cover under government forests.
Goa is Only State With Uniform Civil Code
Do you know Goa is the only state in India where all religions and sects, including Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, are subject to the same laws when it comes to marriage, divorce, succession, and many other such matters.
Goa is the Smallest State In India
Goa is India’s smallest state, with a total area of 1,429 square miles.
And Goa’s only slightly larger than Devon, but has a coastline that stretches for 99 miles.
