Church of St Cajetan : Modeled on the original design of St Peter's in Rome, the church was built by Italian friars of the order of Thestines, who were sent by Pope Urban III to preach Christianity in the Kingdom of Golconda. The construction of the church began in 1655. The Gate of Adil Shah's palace is in front of the church. The Viceroy's Arch is near the church and it leads to the Divar island ferry.
Convent of St Monica, Church & Museum of Christian art : This huge three storey laterite building was completed in 1627 has a miraculous weeping cross. The one half of the church is the Museum of Christian art (admission Rs 20) contains statuary, paintings and sculptures transferred here from the Rachol Seminary. Many of the works of Goan Christian art during the Portuguese era were produced by the local Hindu artists.
The road further leads to Church of Our Lady of rosary.
Church of St Augustine (in ruins): The church was constructed in 1602 and was abandoned in 1835 due to the policies of Portuguese government. In 1931, the facade and half the tower also fell down. All that is left is an enormous 46 m tower that served as a belfry and formed part of the facade.
Chapel of St Anthony is on the same road, opposite to Church of St Augustine. It has a nice decorated altar.
Convent and Church of St John is nearby. It has no tourist importance and is normally closed.
For city view climb the 1.7 km route to Church of Our Lady of the Mount.
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