Goa prepares to dazzle with "Bonderam" festival

The "Bonderam" festival kicks off this weekend on the Island of Divar in Goa, India.

This popular monsoon festival draws huge crowds from all parts of Goa and the world. There will be a flag parade accompanied by the brass band and a fancy dress competition which is followed by the traditional float parade and a live band performance by the famous music bands of Goa. Viva Bonderam.

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