Church & Religious community of St. Monica, moreover known as the Illustrious Religious community of Santa Monica, was set up within the early 17th century at Monte Santo in Goa. Approximately two decades afterward, the religious community was turned to fiery remains by a dangerous fire. Be that as it may, 15 a long time afterward, it was modified and set up as the only convent for nuns within the state. It was moreover known as the primary cloister of the east and housed 150 nuns. The cloister was closed down in 1885 after the passing of the final religious woman. From 1968, the fascination capacities as as it were a church.