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Introduction and History
Shri Chandreshwar Bhoothnath Temple is one of the oldest and most famous temples of Goa, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is said that Chandreshwar is an incarnation of Lord Shiva and is worshipped as Lord of the Moon. According to lore water seeps out of the Lingam when the rays of the moon fall on it. The Shivalinga is placed in such a way that the moonbeams on a full moon night fall upon it.
Visitors can see other deities Statues here like Lord Brahma, Lord Visy, Lord Ganesha, Lord Ram – Maa Siiya, Shera wali Maa, Durga Maa and Krishna ji also.
Temple is Located on the Chandranath Hill in Quepem, this temple has been renovated several times. The Chandranath Bhoothnath Temple is associated with the Bhoja dynasty and they named their capital Chandrapur which was changed to Chandor by the Portuguese.
Nextdoor to this temple is a smaller temple dedicated to Bhoothnath, the Lord of ghosts, also another name for Lord Shiva. There is a palanquin procession of the deity held every Monday evening and food is then offered to the worshipers.
The temple is located 14 kilometers away from Margao. You can either enter the temple by road or climb the stairway to the top. Once you reach the top you will be rewarded by a panoramic view of the valley that makes the climb worth it. Parvathi and Lord Ganesh can be seen sculpted in stone at the back of the temple. The circular path one has to walk around leads to the base of the boulder which is the heart of the temple. A small statue of Nandi bull can also be seen.
got literally Yellowish and Shining environment with neat-clean conditions and hygiene protocols.
The environment is totally full of Spirituality and Peace.
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Presiding Deity
Lord Shiva 🙏
Timings
Monday to Sunday – 6:30 am to 8:50 pm
The winter season is perfect to visit the place as it is so hot in Summers in Goa which can cause dificulties to visit.
Festivals
Main
Mahashivratri,Durga Pooja, Ganesh Chaturthi,Sree Ramanavami, Kartikeya Purnima,Sree Gurupournami, Holi, Hanumaji Jayanti, Parshuram Jayanti, Narasimha Jayanti.
Or
The main festivals here are the five day Hanuman Jayanti, Dussehra, and Mahashivratri. Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on the 15th day of Shukla Paksha (the first fortnight between New Moon Day and Full Moon Day) marks the day of the birth of Lord Hanuman. Dussehra is the festival that celebrates good over evil. Mahashivratri is the celebration held in honour of Lord Shiva. Mahashivtratri means the great night of Shiva and usually falls either in February or March.
Common
Diwali,Vijayadashami/Punyathidi
Nagpanchmi,Amavas Purnima, Onam, Vivaha Panchami, Vijayadashami, Anant Chaturdashi, Devshayani Ekadashi, Prabodhini Ekadashi and other ekadashis, Kartik Purnima,
Diwali, Tulsi Vivah etc…
Basic services
Drinking Water Cooler , CCTV Security, Prashada Serving, Puja Samagri stalls etc..
Activities
Open the Darbar gates of Presiding Diety and pay Prayers after Bhagwan Subrabhat Bhauj.
Morning Vedic enchanting and Nature’s welcome (ethnic way).
Vedic Yagya- To purify our inner self for realization and world peace.
Tribute to five basic elements i.e. Land, Water, Sky, Fire and Air.
Pay the last pray of the day in evening after Presiding God Bhauj.
THINGS TO DO
MEDITATION
Discover inner peace and positive energy through the ancient practice of meditation
AYURVEDA
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ASTROLOGY
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ARADHANA and ARCHANA
Devotees and visitors come here to take experience of pure spiritualism and peace as they use to do visit every day and pray to
Goddess Durga and Lord Shiva❤️🙏
Pooja, Aartis and Timing
Basically the Aartis to be perform as per the Concern Shraddhas of devotees and Concern Deities.
Believing Aartis are :
Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu & Lord Shiva at 7 AM
Maa Durga and Lord Ganesha Aarti and Pooja at 7:20AM
Goddesses Laxmi, Lord Ram Maa Sita Aarti and Pooja at 7:30
Along with Lord Hanuman.
Sita Maa , Bhagwan Ram, Hanuman Ji, Vishnu Bhagwan and Shiv Bhagwan Bhajans etc…
Nearby Famous Temples
Shantadurga Temple
Vimaleshwar Temple
Saunsthan Shantadurga Chamundeshwari Kudtari Mahamaya
Someshwar Temple Sirvoi , Quepem
Rivona Cave
Shantadurga Ballikarin Temple Balli
Nearby Dharamshalas and Hotels
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Famouse Markets
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Municipal Market Quepem
Margao Market
Malakars Super Market etc..
Restaurants
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Hotel Moonlight
Seby’s Place
OM fastfood
Mom’s kitchen etc..
Hospitals
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SUBURBAN DIAGNOSTICS Pathology Center
Primary Health Centre, Quepem
Shri Damodar Nursing Home etc..
Concern Police Stations
Quepem Police Station
Quepem, Goa 403705
0832 266 2253
Names, phone numbers , photos and brief introduction of Pujaris, Archaks, Mahants and Management Committy.
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Miscellaneous information
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Legal information
The temple is situated on legal site taking care by Govt. and Mandir Community, there is no legal obligation on Temple Property or Temple Schedule, Criteria,Rules etc..
Samajik Sahayat,Goshalas, Sadhus, Sants, Mahants, Famous Dharmik Writers/ Musicians/Dancers/ Craftsmen around the Temple.
Initiattives like Pashu Sewa, Pakshi Sewa, Langar Sewa, Vedic Pathshals etc are in Planning process.
There is a temple group of some devotees who use to role as band of temple as they do kirtans, Kathas and Narrating sewas time to time.
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Modes of Travel
By air:
If you are coming to Goa by airways then the nearest international airport is located at Dabolim. Dabolim main airport is situated at a distance of almost 29 kilometers away from Panaji. This international airport is well connected with the major domestic cities as well as international major cities in U.K. and Germany as well.
By road:
Travelers can also reach Goa through roadways as there are n numbers of buses offer their services to travelers. The nearest bus stand is Kadamba bus stand of Panaji which is considered as the main bus station. Even Goa has its own bus service that connects major cities in and out of the state which makes how to reach Goa very easy.
By train:
Via railways, it is quite easy to reach Goa as the major railway stations in Goa are located in Margao. The main railway station is known as Madgaon and Vasco-da-gama. These railway stations are well linked with Mumbai and then other major parts of the country as well.
You can get to Chandreshwar Bhoothnath Temple either by car or bus but there is no public transport to the temple, it would be better to hire a taxi or take your own car. While you are in the area you can visit some of the beaches or heritage houses. From Panjim the distance to reach the temple is approx. 48.6 kms via NH66 and from Margao approx 14 kms via SH 8.
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Address for Donation and visiting purpose
Chandreshwar Bhutnath Temple
Quepem, Goa 403705
Visitors Views
Apart from the structural beauty, the divine rituals around the Temple are also the main centres of attraction for devotees. We at Mandir Darshan, we intend to provide you with the tiniest details of every temple and the rituals carried out in the premises. With us as your touring guides of Goa, you are sure to explore and enjoy every bit of the numinous land. The Data mentioned above as links are taken from Google, YouTube, TripAdvisor, Justdial, Wikipedia, Google Maps etc,. just for Knowledge purpose. There is no Followers or Money gaining intentions behind that!