St Cajetan Church

Goa is renowned as much for its majestic places of adoration as for its picturesque beaches. The Goan countryside is speckled with unspoiled white facades of opulent churches that embody the devout associations of the Portuguese colonizers.

Apart from being devout organisations of pre-eminence, the churches of Goa are architectural wonders renowned for their aesthetic appeal. With a considerable Christian community, the churches of Goa play a significant function in the state's communal fabric.

Built along the lines of the Basilica of St. Peter's in Rome, the Church of St. Cajetan is one of the visually appealing constructions in Old Goa. The St Cajetan church was built by Italian friars of the lead of Theatines, any person who were sent by Pope Urban VIII to preach Christianity. Although the church is committed to Our Lady of Divine Providence, it has been named after St. Cajetan, the founder of the Order of Theatines.

The construction of the Church achieved completion in 1661.The architecture of St. Cajetan church is pretty much interchangeable to that of the other significant churches of Goa. The covering has been stimulated by the Corinthian style while the indoors is an aggregation of mosaic-Corinthian architectures. The Church of St. Cajetan is the only surviving domed church in Goa. The body of the church is split into a nave and couple aisles. There are three altars on each side of the main altar. The three altars on the withdrew side are committed to the Holy Family, Our Lady of Piety and St. Clare, where the altars to the withdrew are committed to St. John, St. Cajetan and St. Agnes.

Those visiting the state, even if they are not Christians would find mental peace and tranquility within the confines of these church. If you desire to spend some quiet time in the churches, plan a trip in the afternoon.