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Goa's
cultural heritage evolved from its history of Hindu, Muslim and
Portuguese rulers. Each one left behind distinctive marks on the
land and the lives of the people.
The traditional crafts of Goa are pottery, terracotta, brass metal
works, wooden lacquer ware, crochet and embroidery, bamboo craft,
seashell craft and coconut mask carving.
Goan cuisine is a delicate art. Being a coastal state, seafood is
the speciality of Goan cooking. It blends the Indian and western
verities to serve delicacies on the table.
The Goans are a highly talented people. They evolved distinctively
different forms of art, craft and music blending creatively the
East with the West. There are a number of traditional dances performed
at different occasions.
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