Basilica of Bom Jesus Travel Guide

The Basilica of Bom Jesus basilica located is famous for having the mortal remains of St.

Francis Xavier and is a part of the Churches and convents of Goa UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The church’s construction began back in 1594 and it was completed by 1605 making

the church as the India’ first minor basilica.

The baroque architecture of the holy place along with the intricate carving and structure are something which is highly appreciated here up to date.

The church’s name ‘Bom Jesus’ is utilised for the Eco Home and this world heritage site was constructed by the archbishop, Dom Fr.

Alexio de Menezes. The consists of the body of St. Francis