Holiday Greetings from Goa, India
"Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier" -- Mother Teresa Goa has something to offer both those seeking cultural experience and a relaxing stay. But since it’s so spread out and if your time is limited you can choose either to spend your time in the North or South Goa. In North Goa is where you’ll find religious history, a blend of Portuguese and Indian culture. Two of the most fascinating cities are the Old Goa (Velha Goa) and Panjim. Old Goa is the original walled Portuguese city where you’ll find two historically important churches: the Basilica of Bom Jesus, the first church in India to be elevated to the status of a minor basilica and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed in 1605, the church houses the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier, patron saint of Goa. Covered with marble and inlaid with precious stone, it is considered the best example of baroque architecture in India. Basilica of Bom Jesus (Front Fa...
