Body of St. Francis Xavier
Scholar, adventurer, saint, and instigator of the Goa Inquisition.

šŸ“œ Mostly-incorrupt body of St. Francis Xavier, a revered missionary.
On display in the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Monument in Velha Goa, India.

Why Go

šŸ™ Witness the preserved remains of a saint
šŸ›ļø Explore the historic Basilica of Bom Jesus
šŸ“– Discover Goa's rich colonial and religious past
šŸŽ‰ Experience the festive atmosphere during Saints Day

Why Avoid

āš ļø Past damage to the relic due to religious fervor
šŸ’€ Association with the violent Goa Inquisition

Tips

šŸ“… Annual Saints Day festival is on December 3rd
šŸšŒ Local transport is available to Old Goa from Panaji

Hours

šŸ•’ Check Basilica of Bom Jesus for current visiting hours.

Last updated 10 days ago

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