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Goa has long been one of India's leading tourist attractions. Historic sights of this former Portuguese colony, like Nossa Senhora de Merces (Our Lady of Mercy) Church, along with the tropical climate and beautiful beaches make it an incredible vacation spot. Today, Colva Beach and Calangute Beach in particular are especially popular with visitors to Goa. And with good reason.

Colva Beach

The village of Colva has about 12,000 residents. It is about 24 miles north of Panaji, the capital of Goa. Other than the beach, the village's only real attraction is Nossa Senhora de Merces (Our Lady of Mercy) Church. There is an annual festival on the third Monday in October at the church; the village's mainly Catholic population folds a feast in honor of the Baby Jesus - Fama of Menino Jesuse. The event begins at 8 am and usually lasts between 13 and 14 hours. An image of Baby Jesus is brought out for public veneration; locals line up to kiss the image and a priest quickly walks down the never ending line of devotees and touches the statue to their lips. The festival has been held since the 1600's and is one of the most popular in Goa.

Colva has recently become a popular destination among local Goans. Fishermen lay mackerels out of the beach to begin the process of drying them; their boats anchor just off shore. Sunday's on the beach is a carnival atmosphere for much of the year - complete with music and dancing.

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