Goa Carnival

In India, Carnival is celebrated on a grand scale in the state of Goa and the largest celebration takes place in the city of Panaji. The Carnival is unique to Goa in India and it was introduced by the Portuguese who ruled over Goa for over four centuries.

The Carnival is celebrated for three days and nights when the legendary King Momo takes over the state and the streets come alive with music and color. Huge parades are organized throughout the state with bands, dances and floats out all night on the streets and grand balls held in the evenings.