This is the only place in South Goa where the Way of the Cross is held inside a fort

Rohan Fernandes

On the morning of Good Friday, the Way of the Cross was held inside the Cabo de Rama Fort, Canacona.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|fort | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

The Way of the Cross has been held here for as long as anyone can remember.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|early morning | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

The prayer service was attended by Catholic parishioners of the Cabo de Rama village.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|St Anthony chapel | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

Participants of different age groups -- young and old -- were seen attending the services.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|Good friday | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

In Goa, it is customary to have the Way of the Cross in all parishes early in the morning on Good Friday.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|station | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

A big wooden cross, depicting Christ's journey to Calvary, was carried during the prayer recitation.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|Good friday | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

The villagers took turns carrying the cross at each station.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|wooden cross | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

What makes this particular Way of the Cross unique is that it happens within the fort premises.

Goa|way of the cross at Cabo de Rama fort|Lent season in Goa|Good friday | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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