Se Cathedral

HISTORY & OVERVIEW

One of the most ancient and celebrated religious buildings of Goa, this magnificent 16th century cathedral is the largest church in Asia. The Cathedral is dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria on whose feast day in 1510 Alfonso Albuquerque defeated the Muslim army and took possession of the city of Goa. Hence it is also known as St. Catherine's' Cathedral. The construction of the church began in 1562 under the reign of King Dom Sebastião. The Cathedral was finally completed in 1619 and was consecrated in 1640. The architecture style of the Se Cathedral is Portuguese-Manueline. The exterior is Tuscan, whereas the interior is Corinthian.

WEDDINGS & EVENTS

The Se Cathedral is a fantastic choice for your wedding nuptials. The Church can only be used for Roman Catholic Wedding Ceremonies. The beautifully manicured courtyard gardens add to the charm of this wonder of Goa which will surely make a difference in your wedding ceremony pictures. The church is 250 feet (76 m) in length and 181 feet (55 m) in breath. The frontispiece stands 115 feet (35 m) high. It originally had two towers, but one collapsed in 1776 and was never rebuilt. The Cathedral is perfect for larger numbers and has ample parking space for your wedding guests.