South Goa, located in the western coastal state of Goa, is known for its stunning beaches, scenic beauty, and cultural heritage. The region is home to a number of magnificent temples, showcasing the rich cultural and religious diversity of the state.
One of the most famous temples in South Goa is the Shri Manguesh Temple, located in the village of Priol. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and rich history, dating back to the 16th century. The temple is also an important center for music and dance performances.
Another famous temple in South Goa is the Shri Mahalasa Temple, located in the village of Mardol. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Mahalasa, a form of the Goddess Shakti, and is known for its unique architecture, intricate carvings, and vibrant festivals. The temple is an important center for classical music and dance performances, as well as for the celebration of traditional festivals.
The Shri Shantadurga Temple, located in the village of Kavalem, is another popular attraction in South Goa. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Shantadurga, a form of the Goddess Parvati, and is known for its stunning architecture and rich history, dating back to the 16th century. The temple is also an important center for music and dance performances.
Apart from these famous temples, South Goa is also home to a number of lesser-known but equally beautiful temples, such as the Shri Damodar Temple in the village of Zambaulim and the Shri Chandranath Temple in the village of Paroda. These temples offer a glimpse into the rich cultural and religious heritage of Goa.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Mallikarjun temple is located in the Sristhal village which is 7km northeast from Chaudi a taluk in South Goa. The place is believed to be constructed in the middle of the 16th century which makes this temple as one of the oldest shrine in Goa. The temple is boasted with […]
This temple is dedicated to Lord Balaji and is located in Cuncoleim Village in Ponda. The temple has been made a part of the Kanchikamakoti Peetam and has been blessed by his Holiness Swami Jagadguru Sankaracharya. The idols of Lord Balaji and Padmavathi were given by the TTD trust of Tirupati. Balaji temple in Goa
The temple of Lord Parshurama is located at Painguinim in the area of Canacona, Goa. It is dedicated to Lord Parshurama, the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu. The temple is located around the serene surroundings of forest grove. In the courtyard of the temple, there’s also a representation of ‘Kshetrapala’. The temple has traditional carved
Like many of Goa. s temples, the Devaki-Krishna Temple at Marchel was moved here from two previous locations, to be safe from oppression. The beautiful and unusual image in black stone is of the baby Krishna on his mother, Devaki. s hip. Could the Baby Jesus and his Mother, Mary, represented in so many of
The Saraswats also established the Sri Nagesh Maharudra deity at Bhandiwade. Unlike the other deities, this one found a safe abode right from the start and did not have to be shifted from place to place. The temple, which faces west, has a beautiful tank in front, with a Nandi bull in black granite standing
Atrunja taluka in Goa is now called Ponda. It is a land of valleys and mountains. An ideal abode for the gods amidst coconut and areca nut groves, Ponda has many Hindu temples, the Sri Ganapati Temple at Khandole village being one of the most prominent and oldest. As in the case of all Ganapati
The premises of the temple also acts like a Dharamshala which provides facilities like pure vegetarian food and cozy accommodation options. The deity in the sanctum of the temple is made up of white marble which appears to resonate peaceful vibes all around. The only Jain temple in Goa, 1008 Adinath Digambar Jain Mandir is
Historically Ramnath is considered to be one of the forms of Lord Shiva to whom Lord Ram paid tributes and prayed before crossing the waters to enter Sri Lanka. Therefore, Shri Ramnath Temple holds a huge amount of importance in the Hindu culture and this is one of the famous Hindu temples in Goa. What
Another spectacular creation, the temple of Shri Kamakshi stands in amazing surroundings which adds to its beauty and charm. A divine ambiance is all what a pilgrim needs when he comes this far. Unlike other famous temples in Goa, Kamakshi Temple is the one which abodes a water tank in its sanctum. The splendid beauty
Another important and significant temple among the temples in Goa is the Nagesh Temple. Naguesh Temple is famous for its strong & stable background. It is the only temple in Goa that was not rebuilt ever and was just renovated. You would not want to miss on the chance to see the beautiful reflections of
