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Tomb of St. Francis Xavier

Basilica of Bom Jesus | Old Goa, Panaji, India
Ranked #2 of 37 attractions in Panaji
4.5 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

The place was amazing.The paintings were painstakingly made and were stunning. I loved this place. There was a light and sound galleryz and an art gallery as well. No complaints at all. Just remember, keep water with you and stay hydrated! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

amazing to visit the history here.. a trip to Goa would not be complete without coming here More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

If you aren't on a personal pilgrimage to this chapel then the presence of those who are really helps to bring home how important the remains of St. Francis Xavier are to many people. This is more than just another tomb in a cathedral and the way people pray here or simply stand and stare gets this across even better... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

The tomb was hard to find, not well signed and a disappointment. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2012

I have visited this Tomb several times before and am always inspired by the sanctity of the Cathedral and the feeling of awe when I look at the relic of St Francis Xavier. More

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Darwen, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

The church is georgeous and well looked after the tomb is something else. More

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New Delhi, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

Quite old building and the hall is big where the body of the saint have been kept diffrent experience More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012

You can see him lying there, which is extraordinary More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012
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The church where the tomb of St. Francis Xavier rests is a very beautiful and old church. Its definitely a very peaceful place and you must spend some time sitting inside the church and looking at the architecture and the beauty. The tomb itself is placed at a higher level and you cannot get a good look at the body... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012

its historical to get a glimpse of the body of St. Xaviers that is preserved for over 400 years. There were many other monumental and antique statues at the church. Its worth being there. You will really feel good to see all that. More

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