Marmagao

Mormugao is a sub-district and a municipal council in South Goa district in the Indian state of Goa. It is Goa’s main port. It was featured in the 1980 film The Sea Wolves and the Bollywood film Bhootnath. Mormugao is the main port city and a municipal council. Based on the west coast of India, this natural port attracts tourists by its colonial Portuguese feel and sandy beaches. In the 16th century, when a part of Goa was colonised by the Portuguese, Tiswadi District became their centre of operation. Today, Tiswadi District is popularly known as Old Goa, which is a historical city in North Goa District. In order to protect their region from invaders, the Portuguese started building forts on the hillocks, particularly along the coast.

Traditional Goan musical forms, Mando and Dulpod are popular in Mormugao. The people of Hindu religious communities inhabiting the area are very fond of Natak, Bhajan and Kirtan. The main attraction of this city is the Mormugao Fort, which is situated near Vasco da Gama town. Basilica of Bom Jesus and Varca Beach are the other major attractions of this city. Shigmo, the famous spring festival and carnival also attracts hordes of tourists.