Shri Shantadurga Temple
Shri Shantadurga Devasthan
A large Hindu temple in the village of Kavlem in Ponda, blending Roman-style domes with Hindu temple design.
Shri Shantadurga Temple in the Kavlem village of Ponda is dedicated to Shantadurga, the goddess of peace who mediated the dispute between Vishnu and Shiva. The existing structure dates from the 1730s and was funded by a minister of the Maratha kingdom. Its pale pink-white façade, Roman-style great dome, and the lamp tower and water tank in front reflect how Goa's Hindu temples absorbed European architectural elements. Entry is free. Visitors must remove their shoes and dress modestly, and the temple is very crowded during festivals. It is about 7 km from Mangueshi Temple, making it easy to combine on the same trip.
Opening hours
About 06:00–21:00
Nearby sights
- Shri Mangueshi Temple
- Spice Plantations of Ponda
- Churches and Convents of Old Goa
- Colva Beach
- Braganza House
- Divar Island
- Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
- Fontainhas, Panaji