Panaji: A few of the important temples in Goa have recently laid down a strict dress code for visitors, aimed at, especially, those from the foreign countries; while one prominent temple has banned foreigners altogether.

However temple authorities say that the devotees were upset over 'scantily dressed' tourists in 'beach-wear' entering the temples.

Mahalasa Narayani Temple at Mardol, 20 km from Panaji, has put up a board: "Entry Restricted for Foreign Tourists".