Top Things to do in Panjim
5 Sacred & Religious Sites in Panjim That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Panjim, India including Church and Monastery of St Augustine, Maruti Temple, Shantadurga Temple, Mahalaxmi Temple, Church of Our Lady of Rosary.
Restaurants in Panjim
1. Church and Monastery of St Augustine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By Dieneishtraveling - Kolhapur, India
remember best bollywood movie scean like Wanted ,singham movie , horror movie , good for photography and easliy reach by bike or cab
2. Maruti Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By DilipS239 - Vadodara, India
A beautiful Hanuman temple lords over Altinho hilltop . A winding road from La Maison Fontainhas took us to this clean , peaceful and quiet temple . We enjoyed a great bird's eye view of the Mandovi river , new bridge and Panaji city .
3. Shantadurga Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 442 reviews
Reviewed By Desifoodbelly - Pune, India
The minute I stepped inside the temple, I felt the positive and powerful vibes. Much needed in today's world. The temple is open from morning 8am to evening 6pm even during COVID, which is good as it prevents over-crowding of visitors. The main entrance is closed. You have to go just one lane ahead where the lane to the back entrance starts. Entry was not allowed without masks and the person at the entrance was noting down temperature checks of the visitors along with their address and phone number. Sanitizers were provided. Social distancing was followed. Important is modest dressing is a must. No sleeveless, half skirts, shorts or short clothes allowed. Hands and legs and legs should be fully covered. The original temple was first built in Quelossim. But after Portuguese invasion, the temple was destroyed and later built by the Maratha Empire in Kavlem, where it is now. The temple is dedicated to Shree Shantadurga, the goddess of peace. Durga, who is often portrayed exuding fury and aggression, appears in a gentler form in Goa. Shanta, in Sanskrit, means peace. According to Hindu mythology, the goddess got her name after she settled a quarrel between Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. According to legend, the quarrel turned bitter and became so fierce that it threatened to destroy the entire universe. Fearing annihilation, Lord Brahma pleaded Goddess Parvati to interfere. Taking the form of Shantadurga, the goddess took Shiva by her left hand and Vishnu by her right and pacified the duo. Thus, the idol of the goddess is flanked by the statues of Shiva and Vishnu. The goddess holds serpents in each hand, representing Shiva and Vishnu. This is the famous kuldevi of the Goud Saraswat Brahmin community. Very peaceful and positive place. Definitely visit at least once.
4. Mahalaxmi Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Sandy_JSR - Jamshedpur, India
Mahalaxmi temple is situated in the heart of the Panjim City. This around 200 years old temple has fascinating history, it is the first Hindu temple built in Goa with the contributions of devotees. Goddess Mahalakshmi is the presiding deity of the temple. In addition, temples of few other deities like Lord Ganesh, Shree Mahadev, Radha Krishna are also located within / adjacent to the Mahalaxmi temple. The temple is situated adjacent to congested main road, except roadside no other parking facility. The temple premise is not expansive; the entire temple premises are cleanly maintained. During South Goa trip, we visited the temple during afternoon time, when the temple premises was almost empty and hence could offer the puja peacefully. The ambience inside the temple was calm and blissful, we spent some divine time with the family. Necessary puja offerings like flower, sweets etc. are available at the small shops at the entry of the temple premises.
