Bicholim
The Bicholim province is north of the Mandovi
river while the main town is 37 kms. from Panaji. There are many
Hindu Temples around this town.Bicholim is the centre of Mining
industry, housing Goa's famous large sites of manganese and iron-ore
mines and palletisation plants. Bicholim came into prominance due
to the mining as well as the famous temples located in it's suburban
areas.
Shri Datta Mandir
This is a 100 year old temple that has a beautiful surrounding
with a hill covered with areca palms on the banks of river Mandovi.
The most important festival is the Datta Jayanti held in the month
of December each year. People from all over vist this place during
the festive season and God is believed to have cured many people
of unstable mind.
Vithal Mandir
About 40 kms. from Panjim situated at Sanquelim is this temple
dedicated to the local god Vithal. His statue is carved in black
laterite and is well dressed.
Aravalem Caves and Waterfalls
These are four caves each having the Shiv Lingum as the main object
to be worshipped. An important Hindu festival devoted to Lord
Shiva, the Mahashivratri is celebrated every February / March.
Maem Lake
Located about 3 kms. south of Bicholim is a lovely picnic spot,
Maem Lake surrounded by hills. It has been converted to a lake
resort and offers a variety of water sports. State Government
Cottages also offer comfortable accommmodation.
Shri Saptakoteshwar Temple
Located 35 kms. from Panaji inside Narve village and the oldest
in Goa is the temple that was originally in Diwandi island in
Mandovi River but destroyed by the Portuguese. Then in 1668 A.D
Chhatrapati Shivaji had the temple renovated and shifted it to
its present location. The temple has a multi - faceted Lingum.
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