A guide to Assagao in North Goa: heritage houses, St Cajetan Church, the best restaurants and shops, yoga, where to stay and how far the beaches are.

Everything about Goa's Narkasur tradition: the legend, how the giant effigies are built, the competitions, the morning rituals and how to watch respectfully.

Goa's government ferries are free for pedestrians and two-wheelers. The best routes, from Ribandar–Chorao to Kerim–Tiracol, and how they work.