Goa: The Village Which is Only Visible Once a Year
Goa's Curdi Village remains submerged under water for 11 months and can be witnessed only in the months of May when the water recedes.
Goa is known for its scenic beaches and serene landscape. But did you know about the village in Goa named Curdi that can only be witnessed for one month in a year? We are talking about South Goa's Curdi Village that is submerged under water for 11 months and can be witnessed only in the months of May when the water recedes. Curdi was formerly a thriving village community with approximately 600 families.
The dam was conceived by Goa's first chief minister in the late 1970s on the Selaulim River. The dam is Salaulim Dam.
Roughly 17 villages, including Curdi, were evacuated to make space for the Salaulim Dam's catchment area. Curdi Villagers were relocated in 1983-84 to the neighbouring villages of Velip and Valkini. Surprisingly, the water levels drop just before the monsoons strike Goa in early June, and the village reappears in the month of May. Notably, despite being submerged for about 40 years, the village houses, temples and other constructions and paths have managed to survive. During this period, Curdi is visited by its original inhabitants who organize traditional festivals that are also witnessed by many tourists. As a result, visiting Curdi is like visiting a piece of Goa's past that you knew would be lost to future generations. However, they will collapse in the future. The best time to visit the village is in the second part of May. You can check the monsoon forecast and plan your trip to arrive as late as possible before the pre-monsoon showers arrive in Goa. Depending on how low the water levels have dropped, you'll be able to see more of the village and its ruins. What do you think about this village? Do mention your thoughts in the comment section below.
