Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary
Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary
Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary
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Vadim
Murmansk, Russia35,014 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Despite the different shape of the staircase, this church evoked in me allusions to the Roman Trinita dei Monti, which stands above the famous Spanish Steps. The church in Panjim, by the way, was built only a century later than Trinita. This, of course, is not Rome, but the church is well located and illuminated. Not too good, really. The façade is painted white as a sign of the virginity of the Virgin Mary, which has a fundamental meaning for Catholic theology. The church houses the second largest (after Se Cathedral) bell in Goa and an altar dedicated, naturally, to the Virgin Mary. We did not see or hear any of this due to the late visit. It's a pity..
Written 9 August 2023
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Sandy_JSR
Jamshedpur, India2,178 contributions
Feb 2020
The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is located in Panjim and sits atop a small hill facing the busy main square below. Barring roadside no dedicated parking available. An attractive architecture with bright white colour exterior and colorful interior. One has to climb couples of stairs to enter the main hall of the church. The main altar is dedicated to Mother Mary.
Written 23 June 2020
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b7shobhit
Mumbai, India208 contributions
May 2017 • Business
This church has been a part of lot of Movies.
The best time to visit for a photography session is after 6 PM or early morning before 7.
Visitors can go inside the church as per the timings set.
The best time to visit for a photography session is after 6 PM or early morning before 7.
Visitors can go inside the church as per the timings set.
Written 7 August 2017
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St John Castle
United Kingdom57 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
The building is closed permanently from the front (apart from a couple of tiers of steps). There are steps up to the top of the building from the right hand side - but these gates were locked when we visited. So what could have been a memorable visit turned out to be a bit of a damp squib.
Written 13 February 2025
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Andrew
Dumfries, UK205 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Firstly, the church was closed! Secondly, a volunteer was at the gate informing those of us wearing shorts we were forbidden to enter even the lower part of the property, which she seemed to be running like a military operation. My shorts were knee length but this was unacceptable, even female clothing was in question especially with knee length skirts. Trousers seemed to be the only acceptable option. I wonder how much God is interested in our clothing compared to the condition of our hearts? The priests there need to address their calling if clothes matter more than those possibly seeking spiritual help?
Written 16 February 2024
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SmittenWithLife ✨
New Delhi, India434 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
I just loved the architecture of this church. It is painted in white and the location of this church is just amazing. This was a very nice example of Portuguese Baroque style architecture.
There are stairsways to the main building and it all looks very beautiful. From the top, you get a nice full view of nearbuy area/market.
We could not visit inside the church as it was closed. You’ll find random shops nearby this place and a nice walking street in the front.
There are stairsways to the main building and it all looks very beautiful. From the top, you get a nice full view of nearbuy area/market.
We could not visit inside the church as it was closed. You’ll find random shops nearby this place and a nice walking street in the front.
Written 30 August 2019
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monuuu
bangalore66 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
one of the oldest churches .the vastness is appealing. the church bell is an attraction. it is right in the middle of panjim
Written 29 January 2018
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ExiledGovag
Winnersh, UK28 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
Please make sure that this church will be open when you want to go as it has limited opening hours - probably the first church that I've ever been to that will not allow visits at anytime of day. Not very caring and sharing.
So, still haven't been inside.
So, still haven't been inside.
Written 24 December 2014
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sl27
Goa Velha, India368 contributions
Sept 2014 • Family
Excellent location in the heart of the city. Free to visit. Long steps lead up to the church from the street below. Functioning Roman Catholic church of heritage value built by the Portuguese. The church bell is from the infamous Portuguese Inquisition period and was brought from Old Goa to its present place. Very well lit at night and especially at festive times. Good view from the top. Inside the church is disappointing compared to outside. People sit on the steps in the evenings though Panjim city air can be polluted at times.
Written 29 November 2014
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LaohuPenang
Penang Island, Malaysia532 contributions
Jan 2020
But disappointing once you get inside. The interior is not well maintained and the overly dutiful verger reprimands visitors.
Written 11 January 2020
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Is camera allowed inside the church?
Written 26 August 2019
Are non Christian allowed to attend mass? Any specific process for that?
Written 21 August 2019
Everybody can attend mass, provided they follow the rules regarding silence and prayers
Written 22 August 2019
Is camera allowed inside the church?
Written 21 August 2019
Is the entry allowed on the evening on December 25th ?
Written 18 December 2018
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