March 9, 2016 – Goa Roots

Island Portuguese Villa, Corjuem | The Hippie House

March 9, 2016March 29, 2016 admin

About this Property Corjuem is a beautiful island village situated two kilometers from the village of Aldona. Famously known for the Corjuem Fort, which was a military fortress for the Portuguese in India. The Portuguese Villa fits in the surrounding village environment with a stunning landscape, alive with birdsong, morning peacocks, crickets chirping, thick clusters of palms and a distant river that washes away all the traces of a hectic modern world. The Space Accommodates: 4 Bed type: Double Beds Bedrooms: 2 Beds: 2 Cupboards: 2 Property type: Portuguese Heritage Stay Amenities Kitchen…

Santos Passos & Motets | Tradition of Christian Sacred Music for Lent

March 9, 2016March 9, 2016 admin

pic source: saligaoserenade.com Lent is a very special time for every Christian faithful. The 40 days represents the time Jesus spent in the wilderness, enduring the temptation of satan and preparing to begin his ministry. In the Konkani language, Goans commonly use the term ‘korezm’, which is derived from the Portuguese ‘quaresma’, meaning forty – evidently signifying the forty days in imitation of Christ’s sojourn in the desert. Christians are called to prepare for this time through prayer, reflection, penance and charitable works, during Lent. Goa has a rich tradition of…