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Old Goa & Heritage Tours

Discover Goa’s Portuguese soul: Old Goa, with the UNESCO-listed Basilica of Bom Jesus (holding the relics of St Francis Xavier) and the Sé Cathedral, plus the charming Latin Quarter of Fontainhas in Panjim, with its colourful colonial houses and heritage walks. A fascinating cultural side of Goa.

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Old Goa & Heritage in Goa — FAQ

What is Old Goa known for?
Old Goa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its grand Portuguese-era churches, especially the Basilica of Bom Jesus (with the relics of St Francis Xavier) and the Sé Cathedral — relics of Goa’s colonial past.
What is Fontainhas?
Fontainhas is the charming Latin Quarter of Panjim, Goa’s capital, with narrow lanes of brightly coloured Portuguese-era houses, chapels and cafés — lovely to explore on a heritage walk.
Is an Old Goa heritage tour worth it?
Yes — the magnificent churches of Old Goa and the colourful Fontainhas quarter reveal Goa’s rich Portuguese heritage, a fascinating contrast to the beaches.