Mangeshwar
Temple
Mageshwar Temple is a Devi's temple and very old.
Old Goa
Old Goa gained height of fame during the Portuguese rein. Old
Goa grew in size and splendor in the sixteenth century Old Goa
was the capital of the Adil Shahis. During their time, also this
place was alive and prosperous. The Churches, monasteries, convents,
and temples remind of the administrative capital of the Portuguese
who nearly lost the place to the British and the Dutch.
Basilica of Bom Jesus

Basilica
of Bom Jesus has the tomb and remains of St. Francis Xavier. He
came to Goa in 1541 with a task to preach Christianity. After
his death on the coast of China, he was brought to India but his
body did not decompose. Even the inner organs were intact. This
is indeed a miracle particularly when no embalming of the body
had been done. The body is kept in a silver casket, which is open
to public once in ten years. An altar of the Basilica is richly
gilded but rest of interior is very simple. The walls covering
surrounding the casket depict the life and journey of St. Francis
Xavier. A modern art gallery is attached with the Basilica.
Se Cathedral
This
church was built for the Dominicans from the funds released by
Royal treasury by sale of crown property. This is one of the largest
churches in Goa. The building style is Portuguese - Gothic with
a Tuscan exterior and Corinthian interior. Initially there were
two towers one of which collapsed in 1776. The other one boasts
of having the 'Golden Bell' of Goa which is the largest bell in
Goa. Th e sound of the bell has given the name golden bell. The
main altar is dedicated to St. Catherine and walls are painted
with the scenes from the life of Catherine.
Church of Saint Francis of Assisi

The
building was built in 1661 on a place where the Franciscans built
a small chapel, which was pulled down. This church is perhaps
the most interesting building in Old Goa. It contains the gilded
and carved woodwork, old murals depicting scenes from the life
of St. Francis, and a floor substantially made of carved gravestones.
The convent at back of the Church has been converted into an archaeological
museum. This museum has a rich collection of Portraits of Portuguese
viceroys, fragments of sculpture from Hindu sites; Vetal images
from the animist cult, which flourished in this part of India.
Saint Cajetan Church
This
church was build by the Theatines who were sent by Pope Urban
III to preach Christianity in Golconda. However, they were not
allowed in Golconda so they settled in old Goa. Here they build
a church on the model of St. Peter's in Rome.
Church of Our Lady Rosary
One of the oldest Churches in Goa, it has some inscription of
the re-conquest of Goa in 1510.
Nunnery of Saint Monica
Once known as the Royal monastery, this three storey was built
in 1627 and was burnt down nine years later. After being reconstructed,
it has withstood the test of time. At present, the building is
being used by Mater Dei institute as a nunnery. The Western sidewalls
have few fading murals.
Saint Augustine Tower
This initially was a church built by the Augustine Friars but
was abandoned in the 19th century due to repressive policies of
Portuguese. Today only, the Belltower remains intact.
Reis Magos Chruch, Verem, Bardez
Adjoining a fort this church was used as a residence for the dignitaries.
It is dedicated to three Magi kings - Gasper, Melchior and Balthazar.
The church of Mae de Deus, Saligao, Bardez
Set in the picturesque surroundings, this church is a fine example
of Gothic art. The church has the statue of Mother of God, which
was brought from the convent at old Goa.
Church of Saint Alex, Curtorium, Salcete
It is one of the oldest churches in Goa.
Church of Saint Ana, Talaulim, Tiswadi
This is a unique church in Goa which had passages in hollow walls
through which a person could go in for confessions in secrecy.
It was built in 1695.