Tambdi Surla Complete History.

 

What Has Tambdi Surla?

  

  Tambdi Surla is very famous tourist destination in Goa. Yes, you might have heard about the place which have ancient Mahadev Temple and one sizzling waterfall in wild forest. Goa itself mark a very known tourist destination on global map. But, this tourist destination what we are going to talk about, it has ecological also geological and mythological shades of history, after visiting this place so many questions pop ups in our mind such as 

• Why this Place is in so dense forest?
• Who made this temple?
• Who carved a temple in stone?
• How they got such a precision of stone cutting?
• What is the secret recipe they had to bind stone with one another?

like this and many more....

History of Tambdi Surla.

        The Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple in Goa is a historic and significant temple known for its unique architecture. Built in the 12th century during the Kadamba dynasty's rule, this temple was constructed using basalt in the Kadamba style, which is a rare surviving example of this architectural style. The hills and plateaus cover the temple's basalt construction.Every year, devotees gather at the temple to have a glimpse of Lord Bholenath, especially during the festival of Shivratri, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm here. The temple has a rich history and survived the conflicts between Muslims and the Portuguese, which destroyed many temples in Goa.The construction of the Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple must have required significant efforts and skills, given its unique architecture. The Kadamba craftsmen who built the temple must have endured a lot of pain and hardships.The Kadamba dynasty ruled this region from the 10th to the 14th century, and the Tambdi Surla temple stands as a testament to their legacy. It is a rare and valuable piece of history that showcases the Kadamba style of architecture, and its survival is a testament to its resilience and the dedication of those who have preserved it.

Structure Of Tambdi Surla Temple

        The construction of this temple has some interesting details that have led to differences of opinion about the actual origin and architecture of the temple. Located in a remote area, far from nearby settlements, the Tambdi Surla temple is relatively small compared to Goan temples and the top part of the temple remains unfinished. The temple faces east so that the rays of the rising sun fall on the deities of the temple. Inside, the temple has a small mandapa and is surrounded by three damaged pillars. The idols of Lord Shiva, Lord Brahma, and Lord Vishnu are enshrined in the temple.

 

In the center of the temple's mandapa, there is a statue of Nandi Maharaj (the bull), the ultimate devotee of Lord Bholenath (Lord Shiva), which is surrounded by four pillars. The emblem of the Kadamba dynasty, which depicts a horse trampling an elephant, is also prominently featured.

Location Of Tambdi Surla Temple.

     As usual the lord Shiva temples are very silence and remote places this temple also having very remote location and hidden in the jungles of Tambdi surla it is in Bhagwan Mahaveer wild life century.This temple is approximately 65 Km. away from main capital city Panjim of goa.

How to reach Tambdi Surla Temple.

    If you have chosen the road route to reach Tambadi Surla Temple, then let us tell you that there is no bus stand near Tambadi Surla Temple. But the bus stand of Panaji is about 66 kilometers from Tambadi Surla Temple. From Panaji Bus Stand, you will reach Tambadi Surla Temple through local buses running here.

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