IN PHOTOS: Glimpses from the Chikhal Kalo Festival in Goa`s Marcel this monsoon

Updated On: 21 July, 2024 11:21 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

The vibrant Chikhal Kalo Festival concluded with a spectacular array of activities at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple ground, Marcel, marking the end of a three-day celebration that has significantly contributed to the spiritual essence of Goa’s culture and traditions.

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The vibrant Chikhal Kalo Festival concluded with a spectacular array of activities at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple ground, Marcel, marking the end of a three-day celebration that has significantly contributed to the spiritual essence of Goa’s culture and traditions.

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The festival has been enriching the lives of local communities with their cultural legacy and offers visitors an authentic and transformative experience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the state’s traditions and values.

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It commenced on July 16 at Devki Krishna Temple, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of Chikhal Kalo with Traditional music and dance performances.

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The highlight of Day 1 was the Abhangwari concert featuring the renowned singer Mahesh Kale, his mesmerizing performance left the audience spellbound. 

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The second day featured cultural performances, including folk dances, traditional music recitals, and interactive workshops, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in local customs and traditions.

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The final day, July 18, was marked by the traditional Chikhal Kalo celebrations, where generations were seen engaging in the joyous and spirited mud play with spirited games like chendu fali and khushti, accompanied by the rhythmic beats of traditional Goan music.

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IN PHOTOS: Glimpses from the Chikhal Kalo Festival in Goa`s Marcel this monsoon

The vibrant Chikhal Kalo Festival concluded with a spectacular array of activities at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple ground, Marcel, marking the end of a three-day celebration that has significantly contributed to the spiritual essence of Goa&rsquo;s culture and traditions.

The festival has been enriching the lives of local communities with their cultural legacy and offers visitors an authentic and transformative experience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the state&rsquo;s traditions and values.

It commenced on July 16 at Devki Krishna Temple, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of Chikhal Kalo with Traditional music and dance performances.

The highlight of Day 1 was the Abhangwari concert featuring the renowned singer Mahesh Kale, his mesmerizing performance left the audience spellbound.&nbsp;

The second day featured cultural performances, including folk dances, traditional music recitals, and interactive workshops, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in local customs and traditions.

The final day, July 18, was marked by the traditional Chikhal Kalo celebrations, where generations were seen engaging in the joyous and spirited mud play with spirited games like chendu fali and khushti, accompanied by the rhythmic beats of traditional Goan music.

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The vibrant Chikhal Kalo Festival concluded with a spectacular array of activities at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple ground, Marcel, marking the end of a three-day celebration that has significantly contributed to the spiritual essence of Goa’s culture and traditions.

The festival has been enriching the lives of local communities with their cultural legacy and offers visitors an authentic and transformative experience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the state’s traditions and values.

The highlight of Day 1 was the Abhangwari concert featuring the renowned singer Mahesh Kale, his mesmerizing performance left the audience spellbound.