Goa Archaeology

Mahadev Temple in Goa

During the reign of Kadambas, in the 13th century, the Goan territory thrived in all directions due to benign administration of the enlightened rulers.

Several temples were built for all the gods of Hindu Pantheon, like Nageswar, Vithal, Santadurga, Mahalaxmi (also spelt as Mahalakshmi), Ramnath, etc.

Ruins Of St. Augustine's Tower in Goa

Ruins Of St. Augustine's Tower in Goa Built in 1602, the only ruin of the Church of St. Augustine on the Holy Hill at Old Goa near the Nunnery, is a lofty 46-metre high tower defying the torrential rains. The tower is one of the four of St. Augustine Church that once stood there.

There were eight richly adorned chapels and four altars, and a convent with numerous cells and artistic columns attached to the church.

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