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The archway, called the Viceroy's Arch, was erected by Vasco da gama's grand son, who became viceroy in 1597. On the side facing the river, the arch (which was restored in 1954 after collapsing) is ornamented with the deer emblame of Vasco da Gama,s coat of arms. Above it in the center of the archway is a statue of da Gama himself. On the side facing the city is a sculpture of European woman wielding a sword over an Indian, who is lying under her feet.
If you take a moment here, its possible to imagine something of the layout of the old city. looking towards the ferry dock, the main docks at which the newly arrived ships were unloaded were to the left. Towards the left of the Viceroys Arch was the Muslim ruler Yussuf Adil Shah's palace, which was eventually taken over as the Viceroy's residence. All that remains of the palace is the gateway, which cn be seen on the left as you approach the entrance to the Church of St Cajetan. The road running from the dock to the Viceroys Arch and into the city was known as the Rua Direita, and was lined with shops and business.
