About Church of Our Lady of Remedios
The Church of Our Lady of Remedios is a historic Portuguese-era Catholic church located inside Moti Daman Fort in Daman, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Built in 1607, it is one of the oldest churches in the region and remains an active parish. Notable for its whitewashed facade, wooden interiors, ornate altar and colonial architecture, it reflects Daman's Portuguese heritage and serves as a key religious and heritage attraction within the fort complex.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a whitewashed Portuguese colonial church set within the walls of Moti Daman Fort. The exterior features a simple facade with a central doorway and bell gable, while the interior has wooden ceilings, an ornate gilded altar, religious statues and historic woodwork. The church is still active for worship, surrounded by quiet fort lanes, old Portuguese buildings and government offices. The setting is calm and suitable for sightseeing, photography of the exterior and appreciating heritage architecture.
Key highlights
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Historic Portuguese church built in 1607 inside Moti Daman Fort
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Whitewashed colonial facade with classic Portuguese architectural elements
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Ornate wooden altar and interior woodwork
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Active Catholic parish with regular services