Famous for being the first Minor Basilica in India, the Basilica of Bom Jesus is located 10 km east of Panaji, in Old Goa (Velha Goa ... and inlay work. The facade has the letters ‘HIS ...

But there's a side to Goa that doesn't usually make it into your group chat plans — one packed with crumbling forts, Portuguese-era churches, and time-warped old ... the Basilica of Bom Jesus ...

If you're in Goa during this time and want to experience the spiritual atmosphere, here are some of the top churches you must visit for Good Friday reflection. 1. Basilica of Bom Jesus ...

He is the author of the book, Goa’s Bom Jesus as Visual Culture: The Basilica’s Architecture, Image, History and Identity, published by Routledge (2025). The book chronicles the visual history of the ...

Panaji, Jan 5 (PITI) The 45-day exposition of the holy relics of St Francis Xavier at Old Goa culminated ... way back to the Basilica of Bom Jesus in a electric carriage. Goa Church, in a media ...

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Basilica de Bom Jesus is one of Goa's most famous churches. It is located in Old Goa. Anjuna Beach is a vibrant spot where you can soak in the coastal atmosphere.