Enthralling places to visit in Goa for youngsters

Churches in Goa are traits of the state Goa church.
Beautiful architecture adorns the Goa church in each place. They are an eternal proof of the
existence of an exceptional culture practiced by the invaders from Portugal. As you visit
these, note the efforts taken by the Portuguese rulers. Calm yet serene are the characteristics
of the churches. Here are church places to visit in Goa for youngsters. The ambiance of each
specific church in all cities respectively exudes a sublime aura of the religion of Catholicism.
The belief and sobriety of the Catholic religion are apparent in the mannerism and style of the
existence of the famous churches in Goa.
1. BASILICA OF BOM JESUS
It is among the famous churches in Goa with the tomb and remains of the St. Francis Xavier.
This Goa church has extraordinary architecture and is much revered for the respect of S
Xavier. An annual feast is held in his memory in January. He had also started the Jesuit
Conduit. Also, the Catholic community included his name is on the list of divine doers.
2. CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
As the name is, the Church is located pristine white at a height. It appears very white
surrounded by Palm trees. The Virgin Mary was blessed free from original sin with giving
birth to her son Jesus Christ. The Catholic Church teaches that God acted upon Mary in the
first moment of her conception keeping her "immaculate." This Goa church was among the
very first ones built in Goa with a bell considered second largest in the world.
3. Se Cathedral
This is one of the largest churches in Asia. It is built in Portuguese Manueline style. In Goa, it
is the oldest and most famous. This church is devoted to Catherine of Alexandria or
Saint Catherine of Alexandria also called Saint Catherine of the Wheel.
4. CHURCH OF REIS MAGOS
This Goa church is in the village Reis Magos in memory of St Jerome.
It is also known for its feast for the three wise Magis or the Festa dos Reis Magos.
5. THE CHURCH OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
Jesuits built this Church in 1564 in Margao in South Goa. The style of architecture used for
the construction of this church is Indian Baroque. Ever heard of the Baroque style? It
illustrates dramatic details with motion and exuberance and grandeur in sculpture, painting,
architecture.
National Parks and Sanctuaries.
Dr. Salim Ali bird sanctuary is Goa’s only bird sanctuary. In fact, visualizing a mangrove
swamp is not a very interesting exercise but think of the mystery it is impregnated withvaried
local and migratory birds on the island. Goa is rich in Forest Life.