45 kms from
Panaji. It is situated on the top of 350 metres high hill of
Chandranath,Paroda, Quepem. Chandreshwar was the titular deity of Bhoja
kings who ruled South Goa before the Christian till themiddle of 8th
century. They had named their capital Chandrapur alter the deity.
Shivalinga
is carved out from the rock which oozes whenever rays of full moon fall on
it. The temple is so designed thatLingareceives moonlight on every full
moon. The temple commands a panoramic view and itssurroundings are
enchanting. The temple's ancient chariot is well known for its wood
carvings.
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