posted by Savanah on May 10
The city of Goa is set apart of the rest of the country of India, sitting in stark contrast as a result of the rich history and cultural heritage. Goa is the city of India that is the most unique. One notices upon visiting with the people on the streets and in the best hotels, Goa is diverse, all the diversity is held important. No religions are more important than the others. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of their belief systems. Traditions are followed and respected in Goa, and they still remain to be the city known to be ahead of the trends of the times. And just as with all those comfortable with who they are, and who they are not, the culture is very relaxed and easy going. No fights are inspired by religious discussions or the color of someones bandanna . All lifestyles are accepted and encouraged and supported. This is not true for most of the rest of the country, where conservatism and tradition is just part of life.
Music is the essence of the culture in Goa. Music is a dominant aspect of life for everyone living in the city. While Indian music is listened to, many find Western music most enjoyable in all forms, from techno to trance, to Blues and Jazz and Country. Just about every citizen plays a variety of instruments. Musicality seems to run through their veins. It is not uncommon to witness someone just break into a song on hot day, for no particular reason what so ever. Much of the music here is from Portugal, which is due to the rule by the Portuguese at one time. The cultures have taken on a bit of each other’s cultural and musical heritage.
This cultural diversity and heritage gives Goa so much to offer to the rest of the world. One may notice while walking through the city a broken-down shack sitting aside a luxury hotel, and notice that the owners of the two buildings are outside having conversation and sipping a drink. Both lend charm and are a necessary component to what makes the city so incredible as a whole. There are less restrictions put on women in Goa, they are very confident women who have, and who are “allowed” to have, their own independence. This is one harmonious and delicious city.
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