Museum of Christian Art

Once located in the famous Rachol Seminary, the Museum of Christian Art was relocated to its current location on Monte Santo or Holy Hill to make it more accessible to visitors. This museum is a collaborative project between the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), New Delhi, and a Portuguese foundation. The intense proselytizing of Goa by the Portuguese and the accompanying destruction of ancient heritage needed Indian artisans to diversify. The subsequent construction and decoration of churches and monasteries in Old Goa required artefacts and paintings to be imported from Portgual. As luck would have it, the high demand could not be met fully by the imports and these local artisans eventually found gainful work. This contribution of extremely talented and versatile Indians in creating objects of Christian faith forms the main theme at this museum. On display, you would find artefacts made in silver, gold and precious stones.
It is considered to be one of its kind in Asia and welcomes visitors on all days of the week between 9:30 AM and 5 PM. Currently, the museum charges a fee of INR 50 for an adult, INR 25 for students and an additional INR 50 if you are carrying a still camera. Photography is permitted in museum's existing light. Tripods, flashlight and video cameras are prohibited.