Bhagwati Devi Mandir Goa

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Info About Bhagwati Devi Mandir Goa

Bhagwati Devi Mandir is located almost 7 kilometers from Pernem. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati, who is the consort of Lord Shiva.

It is believed that the Bhagawati Devi Mandir is more than 500 years old. During the Portuguese rule, a lot of the temples were demolished, with only a few fortunate enough to stand. This temple was one of them.

Features of the Temple

Goddess Bhagwati is the presiding deity of the temple, and is depicted as having an Ashtabhuja (eight hands). The entrance is marked by two life size images of elephants carved out of black stone who seem to be welcoming the visitors.

Festivals

Dussehra is the main festival celebrated in this temple, and is attended by more than 25,000 devotees.

How to reach?

Bhagawati Devi Mandir is located about 9.6 kilometers from Mandrem Beach.

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