Previous Year Question
Vasco da Gama's tomb (burial place) is located at which of the following places in India?
A.
Durgapur (West Bengal)
B.
Chittorgarh (Rajasthan)
C.
Kochi (Kerala)
D.
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu)
Correct Answer: C
Detailed Solution
Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama died at Kochi in 1524 CE. After his death, he was buried in St. Francis Church at Fort Kochi. His original burial place is still marked inside the church. Kerala Tourism also identifies St. Francis Church as Vasco da Gama's original burial site.
Important Fact: Vasco da Gama's remains are no longer in Kochi. He was initially buried there, but about 14 years later his remains were taken back to Portugal. His original burial spot remains marked inside St. Francis Church in Kochi.