Conservation of Churches in Goa

Old Goa also known as Vehla Goa lies 10 km to the east of Panaji, the capital of the state of Goa. The ancient history of Goa starts from third century bce. It was ruled by the Satavahana, Bhoja, Chalukyas, Shilaharas, Kadambas, Yadavas, Marathas and finally Portuguese. During Portuguese time, highly sophisticated architectural style developed which culminated in the Indo-Portuguese Baroque style in the eighteenth century Goa. Many churches were built in Goa, among these the Se Cathedral, Convent and church of St. Francis of Assisi, Chapel of St. Catherine, Basilica of Bom Jesus, St. Cajetan, Church of St. Augustine, Church of the Carmelites, Church of St. John of God, Chapel of St. Anthony, Convent and Church of the Cross of Miracles, St. Anne are important. These buildings with the passage time suffered and lost grandeur. These buildings have been repaired since 1962. 63 col and 49 B/W illustrations.

• | Author: R.C. Agrawal
• | Publisher: Sharada Publishing House
• | Publication Date: Aug 01, 2024
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9789383221585
• | ISBN-10: 9383221585