Illuminated floats and boats compete on the river on the full moon of Kartik.
The town of Sanquelim in North Goa is known for its Tripurari Poornima celebrations, held on the full moon night of the Kartik month, which falls on November 24 this year. The state tourism department lists the festival in its calendar for November.
The highlight is a competition of illuminated floats and boats on the Valvanti river, often depicting scenes from Hindu mythology.
The festival commemorates Lord Shiva's victory over the demon Tripurasura, and devotees light lamps along the riverbank and in temples.
Crowds gather along the river to watch the glowing floats, making it one of the most striking local festivals in Goa's calendar.
