Goa, Oct. 12 -- Erwin Fonseca

Assagao

Goa's heritage houses, churches, chapels, temples and historic structures testify to the artistry of skilled craftsmen and the State's glorious past. However, weathering has made their maintenance increasingly important. Many neglected structures have crumbled, while those still standing require professional attention to gain a new lease of life. In this specialised field, Margao's Glen Fernandes is the fourth-generation torchbearer of his family's tradition of church restoration.

A Fine Arts graduate, Glen naturally entered the family profession, carrying it forward with zeal and enthusiasm. His family's legacy dates back generations, with his great-grandfather pioneering the challenging craft of ...