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The ‘Shrine of the Holy Cross‘ in Bambolim is also referred to as the ‘Bambolim Church‘.
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At the entrance to the Shrine is a simple unassuming white cross. This cross, also called the ‘Miraculous Cross‘ attracts pilgrims, visitors and tourists from all over Goa and the world who adorn the cross with flower garlands continously while asking for favors. This has also earned the church the nickname ‘Church of Flowers’.

The original church was built in 1616 but the present church was inaugurated in 1996 and is the work of architect, Ralino de Souza - who designed the Shrine for free. There is a beautiful tall clay image of the Risen Christ behind the altar which crafted by Verodina Ferrao.