Museum of Christian Art
Old Goa, India
Inside the Convent of Santa Monica, the Museum of Christian Art offers a close encounter with the craftsmanship behind Goa’s religious heritage. Sacred objects, embroidered textiles, paintings and sculpture reveal how local makers interpreted Christian subjects through their own artistic traditions. The collection rewards patient looking, particularly after visiting Old Goa’s larger churches. It is an intimate cultural stop for travellers interested in the meeting of materials, faith and regional skill.