This Church is one of the oldest Churches in Goa. It is a site where the mortal remains of the revered Patron Saint of Goa “Saint Francis Xavier” lie in a casket behind the altar. Its architecture is very beautiful. It is surrounded by lush green trees and also there is a beautiful landscape area in front of the church… It’s a very peaceful place.It also contains artifacts, paintings, and sculptures that testify to Goa’s rich and vibrant history.
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This 16th-century church is a UNESCO Heritage site and contains the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, the famous Jesuit saint.
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And This piece of art is such a great showing St. Francis Xavier standing near church. It’s Iconic Catholic church with a white facade & fresco paintings. And there are many more wall paintings with great artwork by artists makes it’s more colourful and meaningful.Takes us in past to visualised ancient mythology.
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The church’s gilded interior is decorated with paintings of events in the life of St. Francis, carved woodwork, additional statues, and frescos with intricate floral designs.
It’s one of the feather in Indian culture made by Portuguese Franciscan friars who landed in Goa in old time.
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