Goa- The tiny state with a big charm

Goa, a tiny emerald land on the west coast of India.

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It is the 25th state of the Union states of India, was liberated from Portuguese rule in 1961.

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It was a part of Union Territory of Goa, Daman & Diu till 30th May 1987 when it was carved out of form a separate state.

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Goa is India's smallest state, with a total area of 1,429 square miles.

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Goa is the only state where UCC has been in operation for many years.

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Asia’s Only Naval Aviation Museum is at Goa.

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The coconut tree, known as the “Kalpvriksha” or “tree of life,” is state tree of Goa.

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Goa is home to the Basilica of Bom Jesus church, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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