Yes, you can! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The go-to souvenir from Goa are cashews and feni, although\nthese are good mementos they do not stay with you forever to reminisce on the\nmemories of a trip well done. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then how can you cherish the memories forever?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Well, have you ever considered handmade and hand painted ceramics?\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
if you\u2019ve cruised the state well, you\u2019d know that Azulejos\n(hand-painted ceramic tiles) are an intricate part of Goa\u2019s culture. These\ntiles along with many other ceramic products are common in local households.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These not only make great mementos but are also useful. It\u2019s\ntime for you to move over mainstream souvenirs and take back home some real\nGoan culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here is a list of 5 unique souvenirs you need to pick up on\nyour visit from Goa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Azulejos<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Even though Azulejos comes under ceramic tiles, it deserves\na point of its own. Dwelling on the side-walks, Churches, houses and hotels,\nthese colourful tiles narrates its own tale. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nOften painted with anecdotes of Goan life \u2013 scenes from\nTavernas, Kunbi dance, sussegad people and lush landscapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThey also come with illustrations inspired from India\u2019s\nrenowned cartoonist Mario Miranda. The tiles honour some of his famous\ncharacters as well as recreations of his acclaimed illustrations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n- Ceramic Tile Plaques<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
When you hear the word \u2018tile\u2019 you often imagine your\nbathroom or kitchen walls, or your living room floors. It is time to broaden\nyour horizon in terms of art and designing, ceramic tile plaques are tile art\npieces that make perfect show pieces in any part of your house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n- Ceramic Crosses<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u2018\u2019God is confined not to religion, but to beliefs\u201d by this\nwe mean, you don\u2019t have to be Christian to own these beautiful ceramic crosses.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThese crosses are sure to elevate the divinity of your\nhouse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They also make a great gift for Baptism, Christianing,\nweddings and housewarmings. Sometimes you don\u2019t even need a occaision to give\nsomeone a gift so, this makes for a perfect thoughtful gesture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n- Ceramic Holders<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
A broad range of products fall under this, but to emphasis\non one, let us look at the pulchritudinous vases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vases although commonly available throughout the country,\nthe handy work as good as Goan craftsman is hard to find. Coated with the most\nalluring designs, it is a must have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Along with these beautiful vases you can find yourselves\nsome amazing bowls, candle stands, frames, jewellery boxes and ashtrays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n- Name Plaques<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Yes! You read that right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Last but not the least, Goa\u2019s very own and unique Azulejos\/handcrafted\nname plaques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAlthough, a bizarre item to take back as memento, plaques in\nGoa are special. If you walk around the town, you\u2019ll notice that shops, homes\nand government buildings have these beautifully hand painted\/hand crafted tiles\nhanging or embedded on the walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n(We do have to warn you though, that these are custom made\nand might take some time. Book them beforehand)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While ceramic products are largely available, one with\nAzulejos is limited. Velha Goa deals with all the products shown in the above\nimages and has a galore of more souvenirs to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, at the end of\nyour trip, pick up all your goodies from Velha Goa, they will guarantee you the\nbest quality, and guide you through your options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Nothing validates vacations like little fridge magnets all cramped on the door. An open log of all the places you\u2019ve been to and have brought back. But some places like Goa, deserve more than just your fridge presence. Every year flocks of tourist visit the state, while some want to live out their Bollywood fantasies,…<\/p>\n
- Name Plaques<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Ceramic Holders<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Ceramic Crosses<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Ceramic Tile Plaques<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n