Old Goa

Mark Rocha March 20, 2019
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This church in Goa has an amazing secret that will be revealed on March 21
There are hundreds of churches across Goa. Almost all these churches have something that makes them unique, or different. Whether…
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Mark Rocha February 14, 2019
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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…
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ItsGoa January 24, 2019
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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…
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ItsGoa December 12, 2018
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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…
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ItsGoa October 20, 2018
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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…
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ItsGoa August 28, 2018
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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…
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ItsGoa May 5, 2018
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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…
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ItsGoa May 3, 2018
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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…
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ItsGoa May 2, 2018
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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…
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ItsGoa March 29, 2018
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A melodious Holy Week to end this Lenten season in Goa
As we prepare for the celebration of Easter, we have something uplifting and melodious in store. This Holy Week, three…
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ItsGoa March 13, 2018
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The Museum of Christian Art at the Santa Monica Convent in Old Goa
Goa has so much to offer in terms of history and culture. Goan and Portuguese cultures have become intertwined and…
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ItsGoa January 24, 2018
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The Monte Music Festival brings music to delight the senses
Music is synonymous with Goa. Goans will never give up an opportunity to celebrate and with the celebration, there is…
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ItsGoa January 10, 2018
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The Convent and Church of Santa Monica in Old Goa
There’s no doubt that a trip to Goa is not complete unless you do some sightseeing at Old Goa. The…
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Jessyl Fernandez December 6, 2017
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Saint Francis Xavier ‘Goencho Saib’ – In life and death
Patron saint of missionaries Known as the patron saint of missionaries, Saint Francis Xavier was born in Navarre, Spain. After…
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Jessyl Fernandez November 28, 2017
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St. Cajetan Church, Old Goa
The Church of St. Cajetan lies half a kilometre to the northeast of the Se Cathedral at Old Goa or…
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