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Christmas is celebrated in Goa with traditional joy and gaiety. Although, this is the most awaited festival for the Christians, people, irrespective of all religions indulge into the celebration and merrymaking. Christmas in Goa transcends beyond the limits of the Church to spill over into the streets for all to participate.
This festival marks the birth of Lord Jesus and the most awaited festival of the Christians.
Features:
The festival starts on Christmas Eve, 24th December with partying and celebrations and continues till 25th December night.
Prayers are offered during day time.
Midnight masses, decorated churches, ringing of church bells, singing carols, exchanging gifts, spectacular fireworks mark the celebrations.
Houses are decorated with the glowing star and little Christmas trees.
The small trees are decorated with glittering stars, cotton or snow flakes, lights, candy and cakes.
Parties and dancing are essential part of the Christmas festivities. Everyone participates and carnival mood prevails.
Almost all social organizations from posh hotels to cozy clubs, arrange for special celebrations.
Goa's Catholics attend the midnight mass services traditionally called Missa de Galo or Cock Crow.
People, sporting their best attires, throng the beaches and roads.
Season:
December is the month when the Christmas is celebrated.
How to Reach
By Air -
Most domestic airlines operate in Goa. Indian Airlines has direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai daily.
By Rail -
The train services of Indian Railways connect Goa to Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore.
By Road -
Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka state transport corporations operate from the Kadamba bus stand at Panaji.
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