GOA CARNIVAL

In Goa, they say the party doesn't start until King Momo arrives. King Momo, the king of the Carnival is named after the Greek mythological character Momus, meaning blame or disgrace. in 1965, when Goa had it's first float parade as part of the three- day Carnival festivities, 'King Momo' Timoteo Fernandes came riding a bullock cart. An open jeep replaced the bullock cart next year and now-a-days the King arrives in bright decorated tableaus to announce the Carnival decree that leads to three days of fun and frolic.

Every year thousands of tourists line the streets of Goa's cities to witness and applaud the spectacle of a float parade. The carnival is also called Intruz in some parts of Goa offers a spell of enjoyment. Carnivals give people a chance to have some fun just before the long, solemn forty days of Lent. Masked men and youth in colourful outfits moved from door to door in villages and even towns, spreading cheer. Others wielding water pistols showering water and colour on one another as they soaked in the fun and merriment. 

The tradition of 'khell' or 'fell' (street plays) heightened the enjoyment as troupes accompanied by musicians with traditional brass and percussion instruments walked about, drawing people out of their homes. The floats represent the entire history and culture of Goa. People love the traditional Carnival. Every year the Carnival brings a message like protection of the Mandovi river, illegal coal-mining and deforestation in Mollem such environmental issues are addressed through tableau presentation. The tradition of Carnival has come a long way and will continue to spread its cheer in the years to come. #vivacarnival 

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