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Temples in Goa
Besides churches, temples are also there in Goa. The Portuguese influence can also be seen in the form and structure of these temples.
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Shri Nagesh Temple at Bandora - In the 16th century, when Portuguese persecution was at its peak and temples were being destroyed, deities from ancient shrines were smuggled out across the border into the adjoining area of Ponda.
In the 18th century, these shrines were converted into graceful temples and built in a style unique to Goa.
The Nagesh Temple is dedicated to a form of Lord Shiva, Nagesh, the God of serpents.
Shree Nagesh Temple is a "Swayambhu" shrine of Lord Shankar and is known for its miraculous myths.
There is an inscription here dating the temple back to 1413, which was renovated some time in the 18th century.
This temple also has a lamp tower, five floors high. There are woodcarvings depicting scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
There is a Nandi bull, Lord Shiva's vahana or conveyance as well as shrines to Lord Ganesha and Laxmi-Narayan.
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of Worship - Shri Nagesh Temple at Bandora is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated in Bandora village, about 4 km to the east of Ponda.
Temples in Goa and the temple has a gallery on both sides that contains exquisite specimens of intricate woodcarvings of the events of Ramayana on one side and wooden images of Astadikpal and Gandharva on the other.
Temples in Goa - The temple was constructed in 1780 AD. The annual jatra of the temple is held in the month of Chaitra during Ramanavami. Shivaratri is also celebrated with Rathotsava on Magha Amavasya (next day).
The temple has Agrashalas with well-equipped rooms and halls for wedding purposes. The Talai or the water tank is famous in Goa for its crystal clear water throughout the year.
Shree Nagesh Temple is a "Swayambhu" shrine of Lord Shankar and is known for its miraculous myths.
In ancient days this deity was known as Nagnath, according to a copper plate, bearing the year 1222 Saka (1300 A.D.). It undoubtedly proves the temple's antiquity since there is an inscription in the compound of the Devastan supporting this.
This temple was constructed in 1780 AD and the annual jatra of the temple is held in the month of Chaitra (March-April) during Ramanavami. Shivaratri is also celebrated with Rathotsava on Magha Amavasya (next day).
The temple has Agrashalas or guesthouses with well-equipped rooms and halls for wedding purposes and for the lodging of the pilgrims. The Talai or the water tank at the temple is famous in Goa for its crystal clear water throughout the year.
The consecration of its Shivlinga is of ancient times, the history of which is not available at present, except a reference in the folk songs.
The environs - known as Nagzar - had in the past a grove of 'Shami' trees.
A legend has it that a cow-boy noticed that a cow from his herd used to visit the place regularly and showered its milk. This led to the discovery of the Shivlinga.
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