Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir @ Old Mardol (GOA)

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir:

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Mahalasa. Mahalasha (Mohini) is considered to be the only female avatar of Lord Vishnu. This temple was built in the 17th century. It is Located in Mardol, Ponda in GOA (INDIA).

This temple was shifted from its original site at Velham to the current site when the Portuguese started Christian conversion in 1567. It was shifted here because this area was outside of Portuguese control.

This is one of the very important tourist destinations in GOA. Please visit the place and get the blessing.

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir visiting Timing: 06:30 AM to 08:30 PM.

Best time to visit Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir: All-time. During summer it is a bit hot.

Entry Fees: No for general darshan. You have to pay only if you want to perform some special rituals.

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir Address:

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir

Mardol, Ponda, Goa 403404 (INDIA)

Special occasion:

This is a very famous temple in GOA and thousands of people visit there every day. Below are some of the occasions while you expect more crowded.

- Weekends

- Holidays

- During the Indian Hindu festival

- After Solar and Lunar eclipse.

Places to visit in GOA:

Shree Mahalasa Narayani Dhyanmandapa
Mangeshi Temple
Dudhsagar Falls
Aguada Fort
Anjuna Beach
Calangute Beach
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Colva Beach
Bagha Beach

Parking Places: Huge parking place is available near the temple. Parking is free but if there is a rush, you have to park your vehicle around 1 km from the temple and you have to walk.

How to reach GOA:

Indian Rail: GOA has two major railway stations Margao and Vasco-da-Gama. They are well connected with major Indian cities. You will find many transport options to reach the place.

Buses: The nearest main bus station is in GOA which is very well connected with many Indian cities. You will find many private and Government buses from different states.

Airport: The nearest airport is Dabolim Airport in GOA. It is an Internation airport that is connected with many Indian and global cities across the globe.

Private Taxis: You will find many taxis or Auto Rickshaw. Better to have your own transport so that you can visit nearby places easily.

Distance from nearby Cities

Mumbai: 587 km

Bangalore: 561 km

Tirupati: 808 km

Mangalore: 345 km

Hubli: 152 km

Mysore: 570 km

Kochi: 760 km

Accommodation near Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir @ GOA:

You will many Hotels in the different price range. GOA is a very famous tourist destination in India and many people across the globe visit here every day.

Food & Restaurant near Shri Mahalasa Narayani Mandir @ GOA:

As it is a very famous tourist destination in GOA, many tourist visits there every day. You will find so many restaurants. You will find verities of food across GOA.

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