This is a unique mud festival of Goa known as 'Chikal Kalo'

It is celebrated in the village of Marcel, North Goa | Picture Courtesy: Venita Gomes

The festival is celebrated on the grounds of a unique temple of Devaki and Krishna. It is said to be the only temple which is dedicated to the mother son duo in the entire country. | Picture Courtesy: Rubina Shaikh

After the traditional pooja, the participants smear oil on to their bodies. | Picture Courtesy: Venita Gomes

And head to the ground in front of the temple premises. | Picture Courtesy: Venita Gomes

Here they dance to the beat of traditional musical instruments. | Picture Courtesy: Venita Gomes

And play a variety of games. | Picture Courtesy: Venita Gomes

It is a festival that brings the entire village together | Picture Courtesy: Venita Gomes

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