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LOCATION: Basilica of Bom Jesus 🌎 The "World-Ending" Folklore There is a deep-seated superstition in Goa that links the survival of the world (or at least the city) to the state of the Basilica and the Saint’s body. 🤐 The Decay and the Apocalypse Because St. Francis Xavier’s body has remained "incorrupt" for over 450 years, many devotees see it as a supernatural clock. The Folklore: A common myth is that the Saint is "waiting." It is believed that as long as the body remains intact, the land is protected from divine wrath. The Warning: Folklore suggests that if the body ever turns to dust or vanishes, it will be a sign that the "protection of the Orient" has been lifted, marking the beginning of the Great Tribulation or the end of the world. ABOUT THE CHURCH ⛪️ 🏛️ The "Good Jesus" of Goa The name "Bom Jesus" literally means "Good Jesus" or "Infant Jesus". Completed in 1605, this UNESCO World Heritage site is India’s first Minor Basilica and a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. ✨ The Miracle of the Incorrupt Body The most famous story is that of St. Francis Xavier. After he died in 1552 on a Chinese island, his body was buried in lime to speed up decomposition so his bones could be moved. The Surprise: When they exhumed him months later, his body was perfectly fresh and lifelike, as if he were sleeping. The Test: To prove it wasn’t a hoax, a doctor once cut into the body; it allegedly bled like fresh flesh despite being dead for over a year. The Bite: Legend says a Portuguese lady, in an act of extreme devotion, once bit off a toe from the saint's foot to keep as a relic. It is said the toe started bleeding instantly! 🏗️ Architectural "Mistake" or Style? Unlike most Goan churches that are white-washed, the Basilica has a exposed red laterite exterior. The Story: It was originally plastered, but in the 1950s, a Portuguese restorer stripped the lime plaster to give it an "antique" look. This actually makes the stone more vulnerable to Goa's heavy monsoons, leading to constant conservation efforts today. The Silver Casket: The saint’s remains rest in a silver casket that was once encrusted with precious stones (many were stolen over centuries). The Medici Connection: The magnificent marble tomb was a gift from Cosimo III, the Grand Duke of Tuscany (from the famous Medici family), in exchange for the pillow the Saint's head rested on. The 10-Year Event: Every 10 years, the body is brought down for public viewing (The Exposition). The next one is scheduled for late 2024 to early 2025. The Interior: While the outside is rugged, the inside features a floor made of marble inlaid with precious stones and a massive 54-foot gilded altar. churches in Goa famous tourist place in goa #goatourism #unesco #unescoworldheritage #incredibleindia #trending #christmas #santaclaus #viral #shorts