Old Goa is 9 km east of Panaji, in Goa, a state of India.
Old Goa is the former colonial capital of Goa. Full of history, it today is home to some scenic churches and convents, that are well maintained and worth a visit. Make sure you have at least half-a-day to adequately understand and appreciate the place. The site is maintained by the Archaeologocal Survey of India, and is a UNESCO listed World Heritage site.
- Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery.
- Basilica of Bom Jesus.
- Church of St. Cajetan.
- Chapel of St. Catherine.
- Church and Convent of St. Francis of Assisi.
- Church of Lady of Rosary.
- Church of St. Augustine.
- Museum of Christian Art.
- Pilar Seminary Museum.
- Sé Cathedral Church.
- Sound and Light Gallery Museum. You can get a Christian religious tour. Artistically done.
Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery.
Basilica of Bom Jesus.
Church of St. Cajetan.
Chapel of St. Catherine.
Church and Convent of St. Francis of Assisi.
Church of Lady of Rosary.
Church of St. Augustine.
Museum of Christian Art.
Pilar Seminary Museum.
Sé Cathedral Church.
Sound and Light Gallery Museum. You can get a Christian religious tour. Artistically done.
Spend time walking around the monuments and see how Old Goa fits into global history and the meeting points of cultures of another century.
Souvenir and trinklet stalls here, but Panjim has a better choice nearby. Visit the shop at the Museum of Christian Art, at the annexe to the Santa Monica Convent. Worthy of a visit, and reasonably priced.
Options for food and drink are limited in Old Goa. There are a few restaurants in the area, and along the highway that passes through the area.
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Usually by bus. The Konkan Railway has a nearby station, known by the village name of Karmali.