Goa is widely called India's party destination attracting visitors from all over the land, and even from the world. The major demographic age group enjoying the sunny state are the younger generation. The Dudhsagar Waterfalls is one of the most recognized tourist destinations because of the second-highest water source with an impressive 603 meters of height.

Some of the oldest rocks of India can be found in the provinces between Molem and Anmod. Classified as Trondhjemite metamorphic rock, these rocks are over 600 million years old.

The best Sausages, spicy chorizo are created in Goa. Cashew nuts, Liquor Feni are other important items of the area. A pageant or a festival in February called the Goa carnival has been hosted dating back since the Portugal era, with much enthusiasm and elegance throughout the state, as per Catholic practices. The most popular beaches in Goa allow travel paraglide, glide, cargo vessel ride, and skin-dive.

Old Goa was once the capital of Goa, but today the region has wonders and bailiwick grandeur of the churches and cathedrals. Konkani is the main language in Goa, and the region also represents Konkan.

The major religious composition of the state is Hindus 66.08%, Muslim 8.33%, Christian 25.10%, Jain 0.08%, Buddhism 0.08%, Sikh 0.10%, others 0.23%.

The Portuguese traveller, Vasco da Gama landed in goa in 1524, and soon seeing the spices quality and trade opportunity in the region, settled in here. Soon the state became a Portuguese colony. The food in Goa showcases the Portuguese influence like Feijoada, stew, pork and beef. The staple diet of Goans rice and fish curry. Most of the dishes use coconuts, rice, fish, pork, meat, and native spices like kokum. The cooking of Goa is usually dominated by food that incorporates shark, tuna, pomfret, and mackerel fish.

At the time of independence in August 1947, the Portuguese refused to unleash control of the state and thus it took several years till 1961, when the Indian Army, air force, and navy invaded and fought for the lands.

Dhalo is a ritual folk dance of Goa and is performed by women. It is a prayer for protection for his or her households from evils. Some other forms are Fugdi, Dashavatara, Dhangar, etc. Music occupies the pride of place within the cultural environment of Goa. Manddo is presently a popular music form of Goa. The prevalent wedding music used in Hindu marriages is Ovi. The province is widely regarded as the birthplace of Goa trance music that was developed by the hippies around the 1960s. Pop singer Remo Fernandez is one of the foremost known musicians in Goa.

Goans follow a combination of various religions and thus celebrate festivals like Christians, Catholics, Muslims and Hindus that live along in consonance. Today, however, most Goans tend to talk in Konkani, Marathi, or English.

Goan Catholic women wear dresses/gowns, whereas Hindu women wear Nav-vari. Alternative ancient costumes of Goa are Pano Bhaju. Valkal is a string of beads and leafy loincloths that remain within the tribal community. Kashti, a tied knot and dress and white robes for Goans catholic brides. Men in Goa wear a western-style costume whereas the skilled worker wears bright coloured shirts, half pants, and bamboo hats and is additionally a liked dress among tourists.

Wildlife Sanctuary of the state are,

• Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary
• Molem Wildlife Sanctuary
• Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
• Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
• Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary
• Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary & Mollem National Park (Biggest wildlife sanctuary in India)
• Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary

Information Technology:

There are sixteen planned SEZs within the state and Goa is finally recovering from the past hovering lagging rates of IT growth. Though it is slow, however, the changes are still welcoming. The government has been progressing to strengthen this sector with the assistance of IT governance and policies.

Mineral wealth:

Goa is a mineral made state, with an abundance of iron, magnesium, mineral and atomic number 25. Mining in Goa is substitutable with the mining of ore. there's plenty that contributes to the overwhelming success of the state. Goa is a place that encompasses a competitive advantage over the others in terms of natural assets, growth, GDP, and exchange rates. This may still grow because the state is regular in development and has already created a mark in terms of being the 'new age of India'.

Agriculture

Goa has one-third of the area as forests. The land fertility and moisture of soil can thus be analysed from the terrain types. Because of the potential, the government has been looking for new ways and approaches to take initiatives for the betterment of agricultural practices. Rice and fish are the staple diets of Goans, and Paddy is when the principal crop matures. Jowar, maize, ragee and different pulses are vital crops of the state.

Information Technology

The upcoming reforms of today's age would be in this sector. All the technological tools and support systems to make life easier for every individual is the need of the hour, and thus possess great scope and growth.

Handicraft Industry

The local art forms provide a suitable self-employment opportunity for growth and earning. The government is supporting the indigenous community through various schemes and programs. This sector is directly liable to the tourism industry.

Khadi Industry

As the whole country was becoming self-reliant this industry came into existence and emerged under the necessary items. These factories are yet the most significant and important part of the culture.

Business Trade

The business and trade activities, around the local; beaches, and local transportation is very trusted activity and can reap benefits economic and monetary.