| The church of the Holy Spirit, also known as the Largo De Igreja is situated right in the Margoa town square and stands tall in the old market area. Built originally by Jesuit missionaries in 1564, the church was destroyed in 1571 and rebuilt in 1645. The church was then consecrated in 1675. The pristine white faade consists of Indian Baroque style work and houses heavily decorated altars dedicated to Immaculate Conception of Mary. The interiors are ripe with gilt, crystal and stucco. The church stands today where in 1585 stood a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Damodar, which was destroyed by the Portuguese. |
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