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PHOTOS: A vibrant Goa Carnival 2025 gets underway with locals and tourists

Updated On: 03 March, 2025 01:32 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

The three-day Goan Carnival 2025 got underway on Sunday as locals from all over the state, and even tourists joined in the celebrations that will last till March 4. Here are some glimpses from the vibrant and colourful celebrations

The three-day Goan Carnival 2025 got underway on Sunday as locals from all over the state, and even tourists joined in the celebrations that will last till March 4. Here are some glimpses from the vibrant and colourful celebrations

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The three-day Goan Carnival 2025 got underway on Sunday as locals from all over the state, and even tourists joined in the celebrations that will last till March 4. Here are some glimpses from the vibrant and colourful celebrations
<p>With the legendary King Momo proclaiming his famous decree&mdash;"Eat, Drink &amp; Make Merry but Responsibly"&mdash;the celebrations commenced, marking the beginning of four days of vibrant revelry until March 4</p>

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With the legendary King Momo proclaiming his famous decree—"Eat, Drink & Make Merry but Responsibly"—the celebrations commenced, marking the beginning of four days of vibrant revelry until March 4

<p>This year&rsquo;s Carnival has attracted a significant number of international tourists, with visitors from across the globe gathering in Goa to witness the grand spectacle</p>

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This year’s Carnival has attracted a significant number of international tourists, with visitors from across the globe gathering in Goa to witness the grand spectacle

<p>The festival`s signature float parade, a mesmerising display of colour, culture, and creativity, set off from Panjim, continuing through Mapusa, Morjim, Margao, and Vasco</p>

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The festival`s signature float parade, a mesmerising display of colour, culture, and creativity, set off from Panjim, continuing through Mapusa, Morjim, Margao, and Vasco

<p>Elaborately decorated floats showcased Goa&rsquo;s rich folklore, traditions, and modern artistic expressions, offering an immersive experience for both locals and global travelers</p>

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Elaborately decorated floats showcased Goa’s rich folklore, traditions, and modern artistic expressions, offering an immersive experience for both locals and global travelers

<p>The streets resonated with flamboyant dancers, street performers, and infectious music, creating an atmosphere of unbridled festivities</p>

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The streets resonated with flamboyant dancers, street performers, and infectious music, creating an atmosphere of unbridled festivities

<p>With a diverse lineup of activities, including family-friendly events, street plays, and children&rsquo;s parades, the festival ensures an immersive experience for all</p>

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With a diverse lineup of activities, including family-friendly events, street plays, and children’s parades, the festival ensures an immersive experience for all

<p>As the streets of Goa come alive with music, dance, and joyous celebrations, the Goa Carnival 2025 stands as a testament to the state&rsquo;s rich heritage and its growing global recognition as a cultural tourism hub</p>

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As the streets of Goa come alive with music, dance, and joyous celebrations, the Goa Carnival 2025 stands as a testament to the state’s rich heritage and its growing global recognition as a cultural tourism hub

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