Agrashala ( अग्रशाला in Sanskrit, अगरसाळ in Konkani ) is a pilgrimage resthouse specially meant for devotees in Goan temples. Goan temples are usually seen surrounded by Agrashalas. The Agrashala provides following facilities for the temple patrons or the Mahajanas: Rest House Rooms for Mahajanas (and sometimes other devotees too ) to stay Food facilities Wedding Halls ( used for other purposes too ) Sabhagruha ( Convention halls ) Bathing and other facilities Some are even equipped with kitchens Some may even have special rooms for the Gurus Canteen Some times can be even used as a Vahan shala
See also Goan temple List of Temples in Goa
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