Shri Mahalaxmi Temple

The first Hindu temple Portuguese in Goa after 200 years after bitter opposition.it was the approved by the Portuguese authority in 1818 after a long delay and built sub continuously and contribution this temple  made by the devotees. It was most recently renovated in 1983. The Hindu god of the temple originally came from the village of Taleigao The deity is Goddess Mahalakshmi (the Hindu Goddess of Wealth), made of black stone, with four hands and is placed in a silver roof. Devi in her calming or Satvik form.  The goddess has been relocated from Mayem in Bicholim the town to the current location. and was moved to Bicholim in the 16th century to prevent Portuguese destruction.

In this temple Apart from Mahalaxmi Temple there are many other temple also like Shree varadhvinayak is a temple of Lord Ganesha The temple is situated adjacent to the main entrance of Shree Mahalaxmi Temple. Shree Mahadev is one of the family deity of Goddess Mahalaxmi. Shree Mahadev Temple is situated next to Shree Mahalaxmi Temple. Shree Mahalaxmi Temple is located on the right side of Shree Maruti Temple. It has a marbles idol of Shree Hanuman that is placed in a silver mandap. The temple contains two Lord Ganesha idols and one Shani Dev idol. Shree Ravalnath is also a deity of Goddess Mahalaxmi's family. The temple is located close to the Shree Mahadev Temple. Tulsi Vrindavan is located in front of the Shree Ravalnath Temple. Shree Rampurush and Shree Grampurush, like Shree Mahadev and Shree Ravalnath, are family deities of Goddess Mahalaxmi .The temple is located close to Shree Ravalnath.Temples of Shree Ravalnath and Shree Rampurush Grampurush are interconnected by a small passage. Just in front of this temple there is a small Ghumti of Shree Prumar facing the west direction.

It's best combination of inspiring architecture and religious importance. The temple represents the happy coexistence of Portuguese and Hindu cultures in the Goa.

• The speciality of this temple is it's having the beautiful charka which is famous for his grandeur and beauty .
• The Sabah Mandab has a gallery of 18 images and this gallery is considered one of the rare galleries of wooden images lord Vishnu in India .
• The original deity is now located in a small box on the temple's back wall, opposite the major idol of Goddess Mahalakshmi. s. brought from kolwa is placed in corner The impressive sabhamandap of the temple was later added, and presently the temples freshly completed new building stands triumphantly as an amazing feature among Panjim's landmark
• The festival of Maha Shivaratri is dedicated to the original deity while the ram Navami is performed in honour of the deity from kolwa on that day she is placed in the Maharat and taken into procession.
• Shri Mahalakshmi pratista Pana day in Vishaka and Navratri festival in the month of Ashwini are also celebrated grandly .

This Temple is located in the city of Panaji, off Dada Vaidhya Road at the Altinho foothill Situated in the heart of Panjim, the capital city of Goa, the Shri Mahalaxmi Temple is easily accessible. it easily accessible to visitors exploring the city's cultural and religious landmarks. The Mahalaxmi Temple is only 4 kilometres from Ponda and just a short distance from Naguesh Temple. The goddess Mahalaxmi, revered as the mother of the world, was especially admired by the Shilahara rulers and the Kadambas, it has consequently played an important role in the Hindu pantheon in southern India. Panjim's vibrant atmosphere, to allowing visitors to experience both spiritual serenity and the city's lively ambiance. There are many places to visit near the Shri Mahalaxmi Temple in Panjim, including temples, churches, and other attractions like Maruti Temple , Shree Mangesh temple, Immaculate Conception Church, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Reis Magos Fort etc.