St.Francis Xavier
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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 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 that this is to happen soon after the feast of St. Francis Xavier on 3rd…
