Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollem National Park

The protected area covers 240 square kilometers of Western Ghats forests with waterfalls, rivers, and dense vegetation at 890 meters elevation.

The national park, established in 1978, represents one of the earliest conservation efforts in the Goa region to protect native wildlife species.

The sanctuary bears the name of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, reflecting the religious connections of the Western Ghats region.

The national park remains open year-round, with guided tours available from the entrance near Mollem village, located 57 kilometers from Panaji city.

The Dudhsagar waterfall inside the park drops from 310 meters, creating a white cascade that flows through multiple tiers of forest-covered rocks.

Location: South Goa District

Inception: 1978

Elevation above the sea: 890 m

GPS coordinates: 15.37361,74.25861

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:51