Goa

Mahadev Temple   This is a 12th century temple of Lord Mahadev and an active place of worship.It is built of basalt and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. There is a linga (symbol of Lord Shiva) mounted on a pedestal inside the inner sanctum. The temple consists of garbhagriha, antarala and a pillared Nandi mandapa. There is a headless Nandi (bull, Shiva's vehicle) in the centre of the mandap, surrounded by four matching columns. The festival of Mahashivratri is celebrated with pomp and gaiety at the temple by local people residing in surrounding villages. Booking.com