This iconic heritage church is one of Goa’s most impactful “walk-in and feel the past” monuments—grand laterite façade, richly detailed interiors, and a museum-like calm that makes visitors slow down and observe. Even if you’re not focused on architecture, the place feels significant because it blends art, faith, and centuries of Goa’s global connections (trade routes, missionaries, and colonial-era craftsmanship). It’s also a top stop for anyone exploring Goa’s UNESCO-era church trail and cultural history.
About this place
History & highlights
The foundation stone was laid on 24 Nov 1594, and the church was completed and consecrated on 15 May 1605 by Archbishop Aleixo de Menezes; later it was raised to the status of a Minor Basilica in 1946. These dates mark how the site moved from a major colonial religious project to an internationally recognized heritage landmark over time.
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