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Daman and Diu is situated on the western coast of India. This small union territory was under the control of Portuguese reign for more than 450 years.
As it was a union territory, both these places were incorporated into the Republic Of India in 1961. Daman was formerly known as ‘Damao’.
These miniature union territories are a combination of cultures thereby giving various dimensions to the land. Here one can observe a mix of old coastal as well as the other tribes of India.
The commonly spoken languages are Gujarati, Marathi and Portuguese. This is a tourist attraction place. Its serene beaches as well as the bounteous sea are outstanding. Daman is an ideal place for people who love to enjoy solitude. |
Diversity
Diu is regarded as the sacred place of Hindus and Diu attracts tourists with its alluring beauty such as the palm vegetation, clear sea and secluded beaches. Daman and Diu are a piece of land with diverse varieties and this is apparently obvious in the festivals and fairs. The fairs represent the tradition of this small land adding a different dimension and speak of the ancient reign and importance of culture being followed.
Dance and Music
The culture of Daman and Diu is rich and multifaceted. Music and dance play a vital and significant role in their daily life. A true fusion of cultures such as urban, tribal, European and Indian can be observed here. This metaphorical amalgamation is replicated in the traditional Daman dances. Even today, numerous Portuguese dances are conserved well and is presented widely. Besides this, the tribal dances with sarcastic social remarks are an evergreen trend.
Festival
Garba is a folk dance of the Gujarat state, especially of Diu. This is performed by women dressed in multicolored costumes and typical ornaments. They usually sing songs in praise of Goddess. The Navrathri festival is a significant festival of this region and is celebrated with great pomp and grandeur. Their mesmerizing music, colorful costumes and their graceful steps radiate a captivating spell on the viewers.
Another typical dance is the folk dance festival. This is a Portuguese regional folk dance of this union territory. The folk dances comprise of Mando Dance, the Verdigao and the Vira Dance. This portrays the life style of Diu people and the theme and dance of the song is based on eating, drinking, singing and being joyous. These dances are done in slow motions. The elders participate in it and the younger generation also follows the old traditions. They are culturally rich and preserve their heritage making it a perfect place for holiday destination. |
