A small temple dedicated to Shri Hanuman, also known as Anjaneya (son of Anjani) and Mukhyaprana (the chief life force), stands in Baalehonoor, a small town home to around 40 GSB families. The idol of Hanuman is adorned with a silver covering. In 1876, Sahukar K. P. Subraya Prabhu built a simple shelter over a Hanuman idol that he had … Read more
The historic Sri Venkataramana Temple, popularly known as Mallyar Mutt (to distinguish it from another Venkataramana Temple in Mel Gangolli), is one of the oldest places of worship in the Karnataka region. It is one of five temples constructed by the Mahale family of Honavar (originally the Mallya family), who were prominent and influential traders … Read more
I recently listened to a beautiful discourse by Vedamurthy Ramakrishna Bhat, in which he spoke about how temple visits today have increasingly become holidays or tourist outings rather than journeys rooted in pure devotion. That thought struck me deeply—because it feels so true. We are often in such a rush to “complete” the trip that … Read more
The Portuguese Arrival in Goa (1510) The Portuguese first conquered Goa in 1510. Their control was initially limited to five islands: Goa (also known as Tiswadi), Chorão, Divar, Vamsim, and Jua. Tiswadi alone consisted of thirty villages. These areas later became known as the Old Conquests (Velhas Conquistas). Expansion of the Old Conquests In 1543, … Read more
Along the quiet coastline of South Goa lies Varca (Varkā) — a small, peaceful town that carries a deep spiritual legacy.At its heart stands a humble temple dedicated to Śrī Dāmodar (Dambab) worshipped by generations of locals. How It All Started The story of this temple began on 19 September 1932, when a group of … Read more