What kinds of goods were sold in the markets of Golden Goa?

During the era of "Golden Goa" (Goa Dourada), the city's bazaar served as a central marketplace where merchandise from across the Portuguese empire was displayed. Goods were organized by specific streets dedicated to different classes of items, including:

• Luxury and Decorative Goods: Pearls and coral sourced from Bahrain, as well as Chinese porcelain and silk.
• Textiles: Portuguese velvet and various finished textiles.
• Medicinal and Culinary Items: Spices and medicinal substances imported from the Malay Archipelago.
• Human Labor: In the city's main street, slaves from Portugal’s African colonies were sold at auction.1

The trade of human beings as commodities is a profound violation of fundamental human rights and dignity. The historical practice of slavery, as seen in the markets of Golden Goa, stands in direct opposition to the ethical principle that every individual possesses inherent worth and the right to freedom.