Adil Shah Palace: A Gateway to History
Once upon a time, a grand palace stood as part of the Bijapur Kingdom, ruled by Yusuf Adil Shah. In 1510, the Portuguese colonial forces defeated Adil Shah’s army and took control of the land. They transformed the palace into a residence for their Governors until 1695, later using it for festive occasions. A tradition […]
The Holy Spirit Church has an amazing 500-years old secret
ItsGoa reveals the secret of the Holy Spirit Church, Margao
Celebrating the life of St. Ketevan with the Ketevan World Sacred Music Festival
The Ketevan World Sacred Music Festival, located in Old Goa, combines sacred music traditions from different eras from the East and the West inspired by the life of St Ketevan, Queen of Georgia. The Ketevan world Sacred Music Festival is a project of music and religious coexistence, connecting and fostering dialogue among cultures. Like an […]
A music festival for the senses: Monte Music Festival 2019
In less than two weeks, Old Goa will once again be the venue for the Monte Music Festival 2019. That’s right, Fundação Oriente in partnership with Cidade de Goa brings us the 17th edition of one of Goa’s most awaited classical music festivals. From 2002, the Monte Music festival has drawn a number of Western […]
Three choirs to perform at St Francis of Assisi Chapel, Old Goa on 15 Dec
Goa has had the distinct pleasure of hosting not one but two classical music festivals for a number of years now. The successes of the famous Monte Music Festival and the Ketevan World Sacred Music Festival, both of which are held in Old Goa, have ensured that Goa now one of India’s preferred music destinations. This weekend, […]
St Augustine Tower is one of Goa’s most spectacular monuments
It’s an iconic structure that is visible to all that approach Goa’s former capital of Old Goa from the old Ponte Conde de Linhares route. Tourists visit it all year round without knowing anything about it. This edifice that is now in a state of ruins has also been reproduced thousands of time on postcards […]
St.Francis Xavier’s iconic silver casket to be taken to Italy for restoration
It’s been over 300 years since the remains of St. Francis Xavier, Goa’s patron saint, have rested in the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa. And now, after so many years, the iconic silver casket that holds the remains needs restoration. For this, it will have to be taken to Florence, Italy. Sources say […]
Goa’s jewel, the Basilica de Bom Jesus in Old Goa
Goa is not just a tourist destination because of its beaches, food, drink, and nightlife. Religious tourism is also a major reason for people visiting the state. Thanks to the Portuguese, the state has churches in almost every nook of every village. There are a number of temples dedicated to the Hindu religion which are […]
The Adopt a Heritage Project now in Goa, government is in the dark
India has a vast and rich heritage. From art, sculpture, music, paintings and even monuments, the country has each and every one. In museums and in public settings, from North to South, you can see it all. However, in recent years, it seems to have become difficult to maintain such grand monuments. Now the government has […]
The Goa State Museum in Panjim makes history come alive
There is a story behind the existence of every country in the world. History textbooks from school and university tell stories of crime, war, famine and even peace that went into creating a place. All kinds of artifacts have been discovered and allowed us to try and understand what went on through the different eras […]
