Sri Vijayadurga is a Hindu goddess of varying importance in Indian culture and tradition. She is said to have intervened in a battle between Shiva and Vishnuthem, and gone to Shankwali to kill the demons harassing the Brahmins there. When she destroyed all …

Keri is about 30 km from Panaji, the capital city of Goa.Shri Vijayadurga Temple is located at Keri in Ponda Taluka. It is a finest example of classical architecture. We can see Kavi Art form used in most the places. The place is very calm and quiet to worship. There is a lake behind the temple.

2017年11月24日 · The serene village of Keri in Goa serves as the seat of Goddess Vijayadurga, the Triumphant Mother, in whom are reified the attributes of valour and compassion. Keri is the archetypal Goan village in the heartland: ringed by hills, fortified by forests, graced by temples, and soothed by birdsong.

2009年4月28日 · Sri Vijayadurgae is a family deity as a Pallavi of many Brahmins. Shri Vijayadurga was once settled with Shri Shankleshwari Shantadurga and Shri Lakshminarsimha in Sankhwal, but due to Portuguese destruction spree the temple had to …

The Dravid /Karhade Brahmins of Kashyap, Kutsa and Bharadwaj gotras are mahajans of Shree Vijayadurga temple. It is a fine example of classical architecture. A beautiful water tank is situated just opposite the main shrine. The deepastambha and the approach stairway from the temple to the water tank conform to the modern style of architecture.

2024年8月17日 · The Vijayadurga temple in Keri is nestled in nature, with the village on one side and dense foliage on the other. Except during festivals and fairs, the temple is less crowded compared to other temples, offering a serene environment.

Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of Keri in North Goa District, the Shri Vijayadurga Temple stands as a timeless symbol of devotion and architectural splendor. Established in 1560, this sacred sanctuary holds a significant place within Goa's cultural heritage, offering visitors a serene haven for spiritual contemplation and aesthetic delight.

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2017年1月26日 · When she destroyed all the demons in Sankhwali, she earned the name of Vijaya and hence from Shantadurga she was given the name as Vijayadurga. The mahajans are either Gauda saraswat bramhins or Dravid/Karahde bramhins.In the case of gauda saraswats, they are mahajans of Shri Shantadurga & Shri Laxminarasinha of Gothan Veling(a place situated ...

Shantadurga of Sankhavali is never seated on a carnivore (tiger or lion), but instead an elephant which is associated and assumed to be her vahana. Shantadurga with her divine powers transformed herself into a Mahishasurmardhini mounted on an elephant and commanded the demon to stop. A fierce war was fought between the demon and the Goddess.