Dominican Monastery

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Location: CR4J+X8F, Rua Martim Afonso, Fort Area, Moti Daman, Daman, Daman and Diu 396220, India

Estimated Visiting Time: 1 Hour

The Dominican Monastery is a well-preserved archaeological site in Moti Daman. Daman Dominican Monastery is a representation of historical ruins. The Dominican monastery of Daman previously served as the headquarters of theological studies. It was a world-famous seminary for hieratic novitiates. Its imposing structure pretty much bears testimony to its past glory. Arriving at the site, you will be completely mesmerized by the beautifully carved flower stones that dot the main altar abode.

Attraction

A must-see of this monastery is the elaborately and intricately carved floral stone set in the main altar niche. The person who enters this place, it mesmerizes him with beautifully carved flower stones dotting the main transition.

History

Dominican Monastery, formerly a Catholic monastery and place of worship, the Dominican Monastery is a representation of historical ruins that bear witness to its own glorious past. It also served as the headquarters of theological studies and attracted many Catholic scholars from far and wide. When one enters this place, it mesmerizes them with beautifully carved floral stones dotting the main transition. Dominican Monastery is a seminary of great honor and reputation. How this great religious school came to such a great decline is still a mystery. But its imposing structure bears witness to its past glory. A must-see of this monastery is the detailed and vividly carved floral design housed in the main altar. This monastery has seen a massive decline that has eluded any logical explanation and powerful explanation till date. Today these ruins bear witness to its own glorious past. While visiting the Dominican monastery of Daman you will also see the landside gate of the fort with Our Lady of Purification at the top where every passerby venerates her. On the 2nd of February when the Catholics assembled in front of the gate to sing the litany, the beauty of the whole scene of the region was beyond all definition and description.

Inside/Outside Views

Dominican Monastery is a Catholic monastery and place of worship, the monastery is a representation of historical ruins that bear witness to its glorious past. It served as the headquarters of theological studies and attracted many Catholic scholars from distant places.

Opening Hours

Dominican Monastery is open Saturday to Sunday 12 Am to 11:59 Pm. But on Indian Independence Day Some hours might differ.

Entry & Others Fees

Entry Fee for per person is 30 Rupee and for the kids are free.

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How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airports to Daman are Mumbai (170 km) and Surat (90 km). Flights to Mumbai are easily available from all major airports in the country. Surat is connected by flight from Delhi. The nearest international airport is Mumbai. From the airport, one can hire a taxi to reach his desired place.

By Rail: The nearest railway station to Daman is Vapi, which is about 12 km away. It is located on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route of the Western Railway and is about 170 km from Mumbai and 90 km from Surat. Major Delhi-Mumbai and Mumbai-Ahmedabad bound trains stop at this station. Travelers traveling to Daman by train can get down at Vapi and reach Daman by local bus or taxi, otherwise from the station, one can hire a taxi to reach his desired place.

By Road: Daman is easily accessible by road and is connected to some major cities nearby with a well-maintained road system. Vapi, at a distance of 12 km, is located on the Mumbai – Ahmedabad National Highway and is easily connected to Daman by road. The city is located 170 km from Mumbai, 360 km from Ahmedabad, 768 km from Diu, 110 km from Surat, and 300 km from Vadodara.

Tips for Travellers

You will also be enthralled by the variety of tourist spots on a Daman tour. You can start your sightseeing tour in Daman with gardens, monuments, beaches and more. But the best place to start is by visiting the holy places of Daman. In Daman, you must first visit the very famous Dominican Monastery.