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This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a church, which is situated in Old Goa, and is an excellent example of Baroque architecture. Basilica of Bom Jesus was constructed in the year 1605 and is one of the most important destinations for Christian pilgrims from all over the world.
One of the most important attractions here are the mortal remains of the missionary Saint Francis Xavier.
Located at Old Goa, at a distance of 10km east of Panaji, its foundation stone was laid on 24 November 1594. It houses beautiful paintings depicting scenes from the life of St. Francis Xavier.
Interesting Story Behind The Construction Of The Church-
There is an extremely interesting story behind the construction of the Church. The Jesuits faced strong opposition from the Senate, the Santa Cassa da Misericordiaa and the Franciscans for their planned construction in the spacious square called Terreiro dos Gallos. However on the night preceding the day on which they were to be legally restrained from building the site, two fathers and one brother converted a small house into a temporary church and on its door inscribed the word 'JESUS'.
The next morning the Church was thrown open and a bell rang to call the surprised people from the neighbourhood to celebrate mass. After that the opponents were never able to dislodge the occupants.
Few Interesting Facts-
It is a World Heritage Monument.
It holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a church, which is situated in Old Goa, and is an excellent example of Baroque architecture. Basilica of Bom Jesus was constructed in the year 1605 and is one of the most important destinations for Christian pilgrims from all over the world.
- Opening Closing time-Sunday: 10.30 am to 6.30 pm, Weekdays: 9.00 am to 6.30 pm, Masses: Sundays 8.00 am & 9.15 am, Weekdays: 7.00 am & 8.00 am
- Entrance Free- Free Entry
- Location- Old Goa Road, World Heritage Centre, Old Goa, Goa, 403402, India
Located at Old Goa, at a distance of 10km east of Panaji, its foundation stone was laid on 24 November 1594. It houses beautiful paintings depicting scenes from the life of St. Francis Xavier.
There is an extremely interesting story behind the construction of the Church. The Jesuits faced strong opposition from the Senate, the Santa Cassa da Misericordiaa and the Franciscans for their planned construction in the spacious square called Terreiro dos Gallos. However on the night preceding the day on which they were to be legally restrained from building the site, two fathers and one brother converted a small house into a temporary church and on its door inscribed the word 'JESUS'.
Few Interesting Facts-
- It is the only church in Old Goa, which is not plastered on the outside.
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