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Historians say
The Archbishop announces the dates by decree, two years in advance, explicitly so pilgrims can plan.
Tradition says
Goencho Saib - the lord of Goa. Many devotees report healing through his intercession.
Historians say
The relics of St Francis Xavier are lowered from their raised casket at the Basilica of Bom Jesus and carried in solemn procession to the Se Cathedral, where they are venerated for 45 days, then carried back. The 18th ran 21 November 2024 to 5 January 2025; the 17th ran 22 November 2014 to 4 January 2015; close to 4 million attended that one. Veneration ran 07:00-18:00 daily.