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The Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church is situated in the centre of the city of Panaji and is a well known landmark. It is one of the first churches that were built in Goa. The church bell is said to be the 2nd largest in the world. . It is one of the most popular tourist spots and visitors flock to see the church in large numbers. The genuine splendor of this church can be seen at night. As soon as evening sets in, this huge monument is transformed into a gleaming and radiant display as it is lit up with many small electric bulbs. In the historical days, this church was the landmark for the sailors to offer thanks for a safe anchoring. Beauty Of Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church It is believed that The Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church was initially built in 1541 and later it was re-built in 1619. The interior architecture of the church is pretty impressive. The backdrop of the altar is elaborately designed . There are two altars flanking the main altars. One is dedicated to Jesus crucified and the other is dedicated to Our Lady of Rosary. However, both the altars are marvelously gilded and embellished with carvings, yet defined and uncomplicated, a well instance of that era. At the side of each altar, is a marble sculpture, one of St Paul and one of St Peter. Towards the south of the right of the main altar, is a Chapel of St. Francis Xavier, whose glass-encased statue occupies the focal point of that area. Something About Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church The size of Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church speaks volumes about the religious climate of the time and the wealth available to the churches. The huge bell , that is the second largest in the world was actually the bell of the Church of Our Lady Of Grace. The Golden Bell was known as the “Bell of the Inquisition “ was moved to Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church in 1841.
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