Candolim Beach, Goa
December 15, 2024
In the last few years Indians have started to appreciate their country’s beaches.
In the last few years Indians have started to appreciate their country’s beaches.
This temple was built in the early 18th century. The appearance of its central prayer hall complex is reminiscent of some European churches.
We simply had to stop here when a gap in the trees by the side of the road revealed the view from northern Goa across
After the arrival of the Portuguese in Goa many Hindu temples moved their location to prevent their idols being destroyed by the invaders.
This mosque was built by Ibrahim Adil Shah in 1560. At that time the area was still under the control of the Bijapur Sultanate. The
The bananas on sale outside this Hindu temple near Ponda, Goa, were meant as offerings to the deities. However, these two visitors to the temple
The stepped tank at the back of this temple is a haven of tranquility.
Many of Goa’s Hindu temples have unusual architectural features that are rarely found outside the region. The Mahalasa Temple, built in the 17th century, is
There are many interesting parts to this temple complex, but the beautiful 7-storey tower near the entrance drew my attention immediately.
A painter decorates the doors to the pool at our hotel. The snowy scene seems a little at odds with the temperatures of more than
In the last few years Indians have started to appreciate their country’s beaches.
This temple was built in the early 18th century. The appearance of its central prayer hall complex is reminiscent of
We simply had to stop here when a gap in the trees by the side of the road revealed the
After the arrival of the Portuguese in Goa many Hindu temples moved their location to prevent their idols being destroyed by the invaders.
This mosque was built by Ibrahim Adil Shah in 1560. At that time the area was still under the control
The bananas on sale outside this Hindu temple near Ponda, Goa, were meant as offerings to the deities. However, these
The stepped tank at the back of this temple is a haven of tranquility.
Many of Goa’s Hindu temples have unusual architectural features that are rarely found outside the region. The Mahalasa Temple, built
There are many interesting parts to this temple complex, but the beautiful 7-storey tower near the entrance drew my attention
A painter decorates the doors to the pool at our hotel. The snowy scene seems a little at odds with