Historical Monuments in Daman There are two stone forts found at Daman, situated on either side of the river Daman ganga. It also has a few churches and many historical buildings that are in ruins now. Moti Daman Fort Moti Daman Fort is one of the forts in Daman. It is square in shape and contains the ruins of old monastic establishments, the Governor's Palace, barracks, hospital and other public buildings, including two churches. The landward side is protected by a ditch and drawbridge. The northwest bastion commands the harbour entrance. Sprawling over an area of about 30,000 sq m, the ancient fort is famous for housing a large number of cannons. Fort of St Jerome or Nani Daman Fort The smaller fort of St Jerome or Nani Daman, with high stone walls, comprises an irregular quadrilateral enclosing a church, parochial house and cemetery. A few cannon and gun carriages remain on the outer walls. The fort is renowned for opulent gateway facing the Daman ganga river with a large statue of St. Jerome who was one of the most renowned priests of the Catholic Church. Church of Our Lady of Peace Church of Our Lady of Peace was built in 1901 and has a fine classical facade of twelve columns crowned by a cross. It was renovated in 1966. Church of Bom Jesus The Church of Bom Jesus is a massive structure, built in 1606. The main altar, which is carved and gilded, is embellished with the statues of six saints and a centerpiece of Our Lady of the Rosary. Church of Our Lady of Remedies The Church of Our Lady of Remedies was built in 1607. It has a total of five altars. The main altar is carved with gilded wood and has seventeenth century engravings on it. |