Top 7 beautiful churches to visit for their architectural marvel

Here are the top 7 beautiful churches in Goa that are architectural marvels.

Basilica of Bom Jesus – Old Goa
- Built: 1605
- Style: Baroque
- Highlights: Houses the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier; features intricately carved interiors and an unplastered laterite exterior
- Status: UNESCO World Heritage Site

Se Cathedral – Old Goa
- Built: 1619
- Style: Portuguese-Manueline
- Highlights: One of Asia’s largest churches; home to the famed Golden Bell; commemorates Portuguese victory in 1510
- Ambiance: Soaring ceilings and majestic altars

Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception – Panaji
- Built: Originally in 1541, rebuilt in 1619
- Style: Baroque with symmetrical staircases
- Highlights: Hilltop location with views of Panaji and Mandovi River; popular during the Feast of the Immaculate Conception in December

Church of St. Francis of Assisi – Old Goa
- Built: 1661
- Style: Portuguese-Manueline with Tuscan and Baroque elements
- Highlights: Ornate interiors, frescoes, and a museum showcasing Christian art and artifacts

Church of St. Cajetan – Old Goa
- Built: 17th century
- Style: Corinthian architecture inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome
- Highlights: Grand dome, elegant columns, and peaceful surroundings

Three Kings Chapel – Cansaulim
- Built: 16th century
- Style: Simple colonial
- Highlights: Known for its haunting legends and panoramic views; attracts both spiritual seekers and thrill-seekers

Church of Our Lady of the Mount – Old Goa
- Built: 1510
- Style: Early Portuguese
- Highlights: Offers stunning sunset views and overlooks the Mandovi River; less crowded, ideal for quiet reflection