The history of Goa dates back to prehistoric times, though the present-day state of Goa was only established as recently as 1987. 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 aesthetic.

Brief 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 ...

Goa’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 Kolhapur (second century BCE …

The 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 Portuguese called it Velha …

HISTORY 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.

Etymology. After the Bahmani-Bijapuri city of Goa was captured by Afonso de Albuquerque in AD 1510, and made the capital of the Estado da Índia, the city gave its name to the contiguous territories.. The origin of the city name "Goa" is unclear. In ancient literature, Goa was known by many names, such as Gomanchala, Gopakapattana, Gopakapattam, Gopakapuri, Govapuri, …

The history of Goa is a study of the various kingdoms and dynasties that have ruled Goa until its eventual joining of the Indian nation. This is why Goa has such a unique culture and is defined by its unique traditions. This post was published by Nidhi Khurana . Share this post on social media Facebook Twitter Google + See all photos . 4.5 /5. Places to visit in Goa . Calangute Beach …

HISTORY. In 1962 the Indian Parliament passed the 12th Amendment Act, 1962 to the Constitution of India, under which the Territory of Goa, Daman & Diu was included in the Schedule I of the Constitution of India (Constitution) and was declared as an Union Territory. ... GOA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION EDC HOUSE, BLOCK - C, 1st FLOOR, DADA …

The original nucleus of the Goa Archives during 1961 consisted of 20,000 volumes and included the series of records like Moncoes do Reino , Cartas Patents, Reis Vizinhos, etc., which comprised source material of the history of Goa and its relations with South East Asian and African countries under the Portuguese domination during the 16th to ...

Goa is India's smallest state; it is located on the west coast of India in the region known as Konkan. Goa was ruled by the Portuguese for 450 years till it was liberated from the Portuguese to form a part of India on 19th December 1961. Goa has a long history of rulers dating back to the 3 rd century bc when it was the part of the Mauryan empire.