During our summer vacation I decided to visit some places of
Goa I had never visited before. One of the places I visited was the three kings
church which is situated on a hill-top in Cansaulim. It is also known as the
“Our Lady of Remedios Chapel”. In addition to the beauty of the church was the
stunning view from the hill-top. The ocean, palm trees that border the beach
stretching below, field looked mesmerizing and peaceful. The ambiance around
was so calm and refreshing. Visit this place was a relief from the busy hectic
city life.
a view from the Three Kings Church
Later I learnt that the church was also known for being
haunted. The story of the church being haunted lies in the past. There were three kings in Portugal that constantly struggled
and fought with each other to win their claim over the Indian territory of Goa.
After several battles, a peace treaty was signed and they all agreed that Goa
will remain as a shared territory. One of the three kings however, King Holger
Alvunger, was really not happy with the treaty and wanted Goa all to himself.
So one fine evening, he invited the other two kings for supper at the Our Lady
of Remedios Chapel. This Supper was decided as a sign and hope of ever lasting
peace but King Holger had other plans. He poisoned the other two kings that
evening and claimed Goa and rest of the Portugal to himself. This act however
was heavily criticized by the public and King Holger was asked to descend from
the throne. Ashamed and burdened by the guilt, he then committed suicide by
consuming the same poison that he had once served to his fellow kings. Ever
since then, this church has been known as the “Three Kings Church”.
However I was
much delighted by the scenes of beauty. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to
the church.
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