TEMPLES OF GOA History, Portuguese Persecution & Revival

This book offers an in-depth exploration of this fascinating region. With a keen eye for photography and a passion for historical research, Singh presents an illuminating visual and literary journey through Goa’s temple heritage. His work on the history of art will attract anyone interested in Goa’s culture, not only the serious-minded but also tourists who visit Goa to “be merry”.

Here comes the book from Brigadier A.P. Singh, which takes us not only through the existing temples, but to Goa through the ages, its history and folklore. Of course, it dwells at length not only on the Portuguese Inquisition but also the Hindu resistance to colonial oppression, and finally gives us a wonderful glimpse of the Hindu temples that have survived. It is both a cultural, spiritual and architectural discovery of Goa Hindu shrines, and I advise every Hindu, both in India and abroad, to read this “Goa beyond beaches”.

~François Gautier, Journalist, Author, Museum builder

Brigadier A.P. Singh’s book is a meticulous documentation of architecture and a testament to the undying Hindu resilience down the ages. Goa’s rebuilt temples after devastation under the Portuguese Inquisition embody the indomitable spirit of their people. In this deeply researched work, Brigadier Singh revives the story of Goa’s temples, and the work is a masterful tribute in an eminently readable fashion. This book preserves the memory, weaving history, culture, and faith into a cogent narrative that will endure as both scholarship and homage.
~Dr Vikram Sampath, Author, Historian

Brigadier AP Singh joined the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune, Commissioned into the Corps of Engineers of the Indian Army, he excelled in the sport of yachting, where he became a National Champion and represented India in international events. His thirst for adventure has taken him to explore new vistas after retirement. He now travels and photographs extensively, exploring new destinations, accounts of which are published on his website (https://collectingmoments.in).

His first book on the history and temples of Kashmir-“Kashmir: The Land of Rishis-A Journey Through Time”-was published in 2023 and has undergone its second reprint in 2025. The website for his books is https://iauthored.com/brigapsingh

Brig Singh has been awarded the Sena Medal (Gallantry) on two occasions and a Vishisht Seva Medal for distinguished service by the President of India during his military service. His area of interest focuses on the rich heritage of Bharat seen through its ancient architecture, monuments, and knowledge systems.