The Story of Bambolim's Miraculous Cross

Bambolim’s iconic Fulancho Khuris, or Miraculous Cross, is a place of solace and miracles. Thousands of visitors come to pray, asking for healing, blessings, and safe passage.

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In the 1940s, Santana Afonso’s miraculous cure from cancer was attributed to the Bambolim Cross. As a promise, she funded the canopy that now shelters this sacred site.

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From a small roadside cross to a revered shrine, the Bambolim Cross has become a symbol of faith. Locals and travelers alike stop to pray for peace and protection.

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The military camp at Bambolim helped beautify the Miraculous Cross, leaving behind marble tiles as a token of respect. Today, it remains a place of worship for all.

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As travelers pass by the Bambolim Cross, many honk twice to ask for safe passage, especially in this accident-prone area. The cross stands as a beacon of protection and gratitude.

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In 1996, the Shrine of the Holy Cross was built behind the Bambolim Cross. Today, it stands as a powerful symbol of faith, with vibrant marigold garlands adorning it in reverence.

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