History & Culture in Velha Goa

An open-air collection of historical stones with engravings and inscriptions in Old Goa.

This cemetery in Velha Goa was once the site of several historical religious buildings.

In Old Goa, the former residence of the archbishop now houses a permanent exhibition.

This chapel was built by Afonso de Albuquerque in 1510 to commemorate his entry into the city of Goa on St. Catherine’s Day.

All that remains of a 16th-century Jesuit school is this carved, worn gate.

This cross marks the site of a 16th-century Portuguese gunpowder factory.

The ruins of a 17th-century Carmelite Convent atop a hill in Old Goa.

The millstones of an ancient Portuguese gunpowder factory have been kept on display at Old Goa.

When new viceroys were elected, they passed through this arch to cement the title.

Considered one of the oldest surviving churches in Goa.

The lone remnant of a 16th-century palace in Old Goa.