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Culture and Heritage

The Ministry of Culture plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of art and culture. Its aim is to develop ways and means by which basic cultural and aesthetic values and perceptions remain active and dynamic among the people. It also undertakes programmes for the promotion of various manifestations of contemporary art. The Department is a nodal agency for commemorating significant events and celebrating centenaries of great artists.

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Featured Monument

Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa
10 km east of Panaji, along the Mandovi river, is the town of Old Goa, where lie ... more on Basilica of Bom Jesus


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