India-Goa

Goa is located on the western coast of India. World famous for its idyllic beaches and warm/humid climate, Goa has established itself as a firm favourite with European travellers. Goa is also known for its world heritage colonial architecture including The Basilica of Bom Jesus, which houses the undecayed body of Saint Francis Xavier. Goa has a huge Roman Catholic population founded by St Thomas, and most Christian festivals such as Easter and Christmas are celebrated. Until it's independence in 1961 Goa was the capital of the Portuguese eastern empire.