St. Sebastian Church


Photographer : Alisha Fernandes
Camera : Sony DSC –W120
St. Sebastian Church is one of the oldest churches in Goa. It’s of a Portuguese origin. The church is located in Fountainhas, Panjim which is the first place that you enter as soon you cross the Bus stand bridge. (Just four- five minutes walking distance) The church is of a Portuguese origin and it’s the only church which still recites Portuguese Mass.
The feast of St. Sebastian, the Patron of the place is celebrated with great pomp and glory. It just gives you, a carnival feel. With the people coming on the streets, singing, dancing and exchanging greetings.  
In case you’re planning to go there in the afternoons then please do carry all your eatables and lots and lots of water. As you wouldn’t find any shop open of there. And I’m saying this out of personal experience, as I and my friend were roaming about like thirsty crows, hoping to get a drop of water but didn’t unless we reached the bus stand.
But still this place is indeed pristine and worth visiting. Exploring the place through foot is the best experience. As walking through the Portuguese 

Go ahead, enjoy the pristine beauty of true Goa..   

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