Monumental Places in Goa: Where the Past Meets the Present

Great Arch of Viceroy The beauty of Goa is there abundance of history everywhere and one really has to look for it .  On 22 nd March 2022 I had visited old goa while I came across an arc which took all my attention towards it. this beautiful monument was called The arc of viceroy .This arch may seem like any normal arch , built on a narrow goa road, but this was was erected by Vasco da Gama’s grandson, Francisco da Gama, who became viceroy in 1597. Vasco Da Gama was the first European to reach India by sea. His initial voyage to India (1497–1499) was the first to link Europe and Asia by an ocean route, connecting the Atlantic and the Indian oceans and therefore, the West and the East.  On the side facing the river, the arch (which was restored in 1954 following a collapse) is ornamented with the deer emblem on Vasco da Gama’s coat of arms. Above it in the centre of the archway is a statue of da Gama himself.  The original arch collapsed in 1948 and was rebuilt in 1954.On ...

  Basilica of Bom Jesus Introduction and History One of the famous and popular monument among a varieties of other monuments of Goa, is the famous church commonly known as the Basilica of Bom Jesus church situated in Old Goa. Bom Jesus is the name used for the Ecce Homo in countries of the Lusosphere. This Jesuit church is India's first minor basilica, and is considered to be one of the best examples of baroque architecture and Portuguese Colonial architecture in India. It is one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Origin in the World. Famous throughout the Roman Catholic world, the imposing Basilica of Bom Jesus contains the tomb of St Francis Xavier. This structure is famous for The Tomb of St Francis Xavier, kept in a silver casket designed by a 17th-century Florentine jeweler. St Xavier is believed to have miraculous powers of healing, and pilgrims used to come from all over the country till some years back to offer prayers when the body of the saint was ceremoniously exposed on...

Gautham Buddha I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Gautham Buddha statue in Margao, Goa, and it was truly a memorable experience. From the moment I stepped into the serene garden surrounding the statue, I felt a sense of peace and tranquility wash over me. Goa, the coastal state of India, is famous for its beaches, nightlife, and architecture. However, it is also home to a significant cultural landmark - the Gautham Buddha statue. This statue is a remarkable work of art that represents the teachings and principles of the great sage, Buddha. The statue itself was magnificent, standing tall and proud amidst the lush greenery. The bronze sculpture was crafted with great attention to detail, and I couldn't help but marvel at its sheer size and intricate design. The Gautham Buddha statue in Goa is located in the town of Ravindra Bhavan in Margao. This statue is a bronze replica of the famous reclining Buddha statue in Sri Lanka. The statue is approximately 14 feet long and 6 f...

         In the interior of Chinchinim a well known village Deusua covered with scenic fields and photogenic views is a Miraculous Chapel of St. Anthony. St. Anthony Chapel is a Roman Catholic chapel located in the village of Deusua, in the Indian state of Goa. The chapel is dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua, who is considered the patron saint of lost and stolen articles, as well as the patron saint of Portugal. The chapel was built in the 17th century and features a beautiful Baroque-style façade with intricate carvings and sculptures. A holistic place where prayers and wishes of believes and faith comes true. Best place to pray if you lost something or wish for something whole heartedly, pray and you shall receive. Lots of people visit this place with offerings after they received what they asked for. An open place to pray to St Anthony surrounded by nature on One side, the lake view, the sky above and the silence, whilst praying makes it an enriching experien...

 Heart of Christian Built in 1606, the church was the heart of the local Catholic community for more than 200 years, until it was destroyed by fire in 1834. Only the Baroque facade and the altar were saved, near which a small chapel has been built. Due to its historical value, the façade of the church of Sancoale is officially recognised by Indian authorities as an architectural heritage site. While traveling to panaji slides you c get to see the beautiful crown of the church of St Joseph Vaz from cortalim bridge  to be honest wow .it's really a nice experience seeing it from there it . looks like as it the church is  is located on d small island surrounded with water on it's all sides . I happened to visit this place during walking pilgrimage which was held for all of goa . from every part of goa people have to come walking 10 kilometres to the St Joseph Vaz church Sancoale .I started my walking journey from cansaulim junction .the start was quite a sought of stressful b...