Webe. The history of Goa dates back to prehistoric times, though the present-day state of Goa was only established as recently as 1987. [1] In spite of being India's smallest state by area, Goa's history is both long and diverse. It shares a lot of similarities with Indian history, especially with regard to colonial influences and a multi-cultural ...

WebBrief history of Goa. Goa, a tiny emerald on the west coast of India, with its natural Scenic beauty, abundant greenery, attractive beaches, historical temples and churches, colourful feasts and festivals, and above all warm and hospitable people with a rich cultural milieu, has today emerged as an ideal tourist destination worldwide. Ensconced ...

WebGoa’s known history stretches back to the third century BC, when it formed part of the Mauryan Empire, ruled by the Buddhist emperor, Ashoka of Magadha. Buddhist monks laid the foundation of Buddhism in Goa. Between the second century BCE and the sixth century CE, Goa was ruled by the Chutus of Karwar as feudatories of the Satavahanas of ...

WebHISTORY OF GOA FROM EARLIEST TIMES TO 1510 A.D. Located on the west coast of India between the Arabian sea and the Sahyadris, Goa has a long and chequered history and a very rich cultural heritage. Since ancient and medieval times, Goa was known by various names such as Goi, Gove, Gomantak, Goparashtra, Sunaparant etc.

WebThe ancient Hindu city of Goa, hardly a fragment of which survives, was built at the southernmost point of the island of Goa. The city was famous in early Hindu legend and history; in the Puranas and various inscriptions, its name appears as Gove, Govapuri, and Gomant. The medieval Arabian geographers knew it as Sindabur, or Sandābūr, and the …

WebGoa ( / ˈɡoʊə / ( listen)) is a state on the southwestern coast of India within the Konkan region, geographically separated from the Deccan highlands by the Western Ghats. [8] [9] It is located between the Indian states of Maharashtra to the north and Karnataka to the east and south, with the Arabian Sea forming its western coast.

Web15/06/2015 · HISTORY OF GOA. Goa has since ancient times been one of the gateways to India. All throughout history, Goa has seen many a prince and potentate, merchant and mendicant, saint and soldier pass through its portals. They came, bringing their cultures and traditions with them, and consequently influenced the evolution of Goa’s culture and …