Shri Shantadurga Temple, Kavlem :

        This temple is the largest and most popular temple in Goa. It was built in 1713 and dedicated to the "Goddess ShantaDurga".

The beautifully constructed pagoda like temple has a distinct influence of European architecture. In front of the entrance is the six storeyed Lamp Tower ( deepmal ). Marble is used in the interiors of the temple while magnificent chandeliers add to the beauty of the shrine.

This temple is just 3.5 kms from ponda.

Shri Mahalsa Temple, Mardol :

This beautiful temple was constructed in 1567, The interiors of the temple are very impressive with intricately carved huge wooden pillars and slatted windows. The worship hall of the temple has painted carvings of the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu which are quite interesting.

The main sanctum has a silver frame on its doorway inside which is the idol of the presiding deity draped in red and yellow silk. The temple has a red pyramidal roof in typical oriental style.

The temple is dedicated to Mohini a female form of Lord Vishnu.

Shri Mangesh Temple, Priol :

         Situated at Priol in Ponda, The temple is dedicated to Lord Mangeshi( a form of Shiva ). It was Built in 18th Century and is a local landmark and one of the most important Hindu temples.

The Manguesh linga is placed in the main silver sanctum, flanked by a solid gold idol and is illuminated by oil lamps.

The courtyard of the temple is dominated by a seven storied DeepStambha (Lamp Tower), which is undoubtedly most impressive in Goa.

Shri Mahadev Temple, Tambdi Surla :

Situated at Tambdi surla 13 kms north of Molem village in the western ghats, this temple was built in the 13th Century and is dedicated to lord Shiva.

         The temple has a touch of Kadamba architecture, only of such kind in Goa. It has been built with black basalt stone which is not found anywhere in Goa and must have been transported across the Western Ghats from the Deccan Plateau.

The exquisite carvings inside the temple are still fresh and reminds the grandeur of the Goa's Hindu arhcitectural legacy.

         The pillars and walls of the temple are significant, as they are fully carved. The temple has a simple front elevation. The temple tower (Shikara) has the images of Lord Shiva facing the north, Lord Vishnu facing the west and Lord Brahma the south.