37 kms for Panaji at Narve-Bicholim, was a favoured deity of Kadamba kings. Its original temple was situated in the island of Diwar. It was destroyed by the Portuguese and the idol was shifted to its present site at Narve (Bicholim). Many years afterwards in 1668 A.D.…
37 kms for Panaji at Narve-Bicholim, was a favoured deity of Kadamba kings. Its original temple was situated in the island of Diwar. It was destroyed by the Portuguese and the idol was shifted to its present site at Narve (Bicholim). Many years afterwards in 1668 A.D. Chhatrapati Shivaji ordered renovation of this temple at the present site during one of his campaigns to oust the Portuguese. The linga worshipped in this temple is faceted and is known as ‘Dharalinga’.
This spice plantation is located on high mountains amidst stunning surroundings near Ponda. Many tourists visit the Abyss spice plantation as it is famous for the medicinal herbs that are grown over here on a large scale.
This is a mock village depicting the culture and traditions of Goa from around 100 years ago. It depicts the styles of architecture and portrays the art and religious beliefs of that period.
The Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Goan town of Mollem. This area was first known as Mollem Game Sanctuary. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1969 and renamed as Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary. With a total area of 240 sq kms, this is the largest of Goa’s…
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary is situated near Usgao, at the junction of Ponda, Sanguem and Sattari talukas. The smallest of the Goan Wildlife Sanctuaries, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over an area of 8 sq. Kms and is located 3000 ft. above sea level…
