The Basilica of Bom Jesus or Borea Jezuchi Bajilika is a very well-known Church in Goa. It is a beautiful Basilica and is known for its simplicity and elegance. The architecture is of baroque style and it this type of design is rarely seen in a country like India.

It is famous for the glass case which holds the remains of St. Francis Xavier and there are many interesting stories about the remains. The Basilica is more that 400 years old and is a very important religious site today. The exquisite gold altar is also a major crowd puller. Even though the church is partially in ruins, the rustic charm of the building has been preserved as it hasn’t been allowed to be plastered. This grand and yet simply built church draws countless visitors every year and is an important place for Christianity in India. 

• It is better to hire a guide when visiting this place in order to hear all the stories.
• Be sure to pick one of the official guides or negotiate the price before the tour.

• Entry is free.

Mass timings:

• Monday to Saturday: 7am & 8am
• Sundays: 8am & 9:15am 

• Near Gandhi Circle

• Hotel Venite
• Tamari
• Cafe Mangii

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