The Pilar Seminary, a place of great spirituality and learning
It’s a view like no other. The 360-degree view of Goa’s lush green fields, hills and even the sea from the Pilar hillock is definitely something to behold. The village of Pilar once formed a part of the great Kadamba dynasty in Goa. Therefore, it’s no surprise that there were a lot of artifacts found […]
There are 3 churches dedicated to St John the Baptist in Goa
The feast of St John the Baptist is almost here. Celebrated on the 24th of June every year, it’s one of the most popular feasts among Goans and is better known as São João to everyone in the state. And of course, since it’s a feast, there has to be a saint involved. Which also […]
The scenic villages of Chorao and Divar across the river Mandovi
Goa is full of little villages from north to south. All of them are beautiful in their own way. They are all scenic, surrounded by lush forests, ponds, lakes, rivers and even the sea. Two very pretty and scenic villages are the sister islands of Chorao and Divar located across the river Mandovi. Both are […]
Nerul church, Our Lady of Remedies celebrates 450 years of existence
Welcome to Nerul village. A small village that is bordered by the sea on one side and the well-known village of Reis Magos on the other. Like a lot of Goa’s villages, Nerul too has a rich history. The village was once known as ‘Nellur’ before the Portuguese renamed it to ‘Nerul’. ‘Nellur’ comes from […]
The Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount in Old Goa
On a hill, high above the former capital of Goa, during the Portuguese regime, Old Goa, stands a beautiful chapel. It is known as the Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount or in Portuguese, Capela da Nossa Senhora do Monte. History of the Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount The Chapel of Our […]
St. Michael the Archangel – Anjuna Church feast
Three different religions mention St. Michael the Archangel – Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. They all emphasize his closeness to God. Some even state that he is “Like God.” According to early Judaism, Michael has always acted as an advocate for Israel and had to often fight with the princes of other nations, particularly with Satan. […]
