Candolim Beach Sightseeing - Chapel of St Lawrence

Candolim Beach which is situated in north Goa roughly begins from the Fort Aguada till it merges with Calangute beach, making it one of the longest beaches in Goa. In addition o that, the beach is very calm and peaceful, devoid of many shacks and shops clamored with tourists.

Close to Fort Aguada lies the Chapel of St Lawrence dedicated to the patron saint of sailors and arguably enjoying the most advantageous location of all Goa Chapels. The dome-shaped chapel built in 1668 has its feast day on August 10. It is said that before the day of St Lawrence nobody expects to see a sail on the horizon, because it is monsoon; but with the break of dawn one can see the vessels of the sea which have been lying anchored during the monsoon getting themselves ready to leave. It is because of this reason that the church faces the sea. The churchyard is packed with curious people, the sailors make their calculations by scanning the horizon, and the pious and spiritual souls fulfill and make their vows on this occasion. While you’re here look around for a beautiful mansion here by the name of Placio Aguada against the sea, as you can take a beautiful picture of it from the chapel.