T here’s an old, popular belief amongst Goans that ‘Goa is safe because of Goencho Saib, St Francis. Xavier.’ Elders often remind their young ones during personal distress.

The churches and convents of Goa, the former capital of the Portuguese Indies - particularly the Church of Bom Jesus, which contains the tomb of St Francis-Xavier - illustrate the evangelization of ...

The archbishop of Goa, 72, has chaired the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences since the start of the year. He has been ...

The Golden Bell in Se Cathedral Church at Old Goa, which was not functioning for the last 18 months, was temporarily repaired ...

Whether you are a history buff or just need a break from all the partying, these heritage sites in Goa offer a glimpse into ...

In a surprising move, the Old Goa Police Station was shifted to the Exposition Secretariat in Old Goa on Saturday. The decision has sparked d ...

If you plan to visit Old Goa, do not miss out on the Church of St Francis of Assisi. Built in the 16th century and renovated in the 17th, the church is a unique mix of different architectural ...

Goa Archbishop Urged To Include Marathi Mass In St. Francis Xavier Exposition, Citing Local And Mumbai Catholic Demand Gleason Barretto of the Mobai Gaothan Panchayat said they have also received ...

Famous for being the first Minor Basilica in India, the Basilica of Bom Jesus is located 10 km east of Panaji, in Old ... St. Francis Xavier. St Francis is considered the patron saint of Goa ...