Old Goa Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

History buffs will love this heritage walk around Velha Goa (Old Goa), former capital city of the Portuguese colonial empire. Abandoned after the outbreak of a deadly epidemic in the mid 18th century, this precinct is the last standing relic of a long lost past. Velha Goa houses some of the oldest churches and monuments in the state, and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Please Note: On Sundays mass services will be held at Se Cathedral and the Basilica of Bom Jesus. So, the entry will be subject to mass service timings. We will include a visit to the magnificent Our Lady of Rosary Church if we are unable to enter either of the churches.

Highlights:

• Discover the fascinating history of Goa’s former Portuguese empire, as well as the origins of the old city.
• Explore an impressive collection of churches that have earned Goa its title as the ‘Rome of the Orient’; including the Chapel of St. Catherine (the oldest chapel in Goa), the domed Church of St. Cajetan and the famed Basilica of Bom Jesus – each with their own unique backstories and breathtaking architectural styles.
• Immerse yourself in tales of Goa’s various Catholic orders and revered saints, as well as enthralling legends of sealed passages, hidden vaults and tombs.
• Visit landmark monuments – from the iconic Viceroy’s Arch to ancient temple ruins that date back to the 12th century Kadamba dynasty.
• Marvel at the stunning natural beauty of this former port town situated along the banks of the Mandovi river.