Shantaduga Temple Ponda- Goa
Ponda can otherwise be termed as the `temple town` of
Goa as it has a number of unique Hindu temples rebuilt on the original
structures that were destroyed by the Portuguese.
Five of Goa`s most important Hindu temples are on the inland route
between Panaji and Margao. The Shiva temple of Shri Manguesh is at
Priol-Ponda Taluka, about 22 km from Panaji. This tiny 18th century
hilltop temple, with its white tower, is a local landmark. Less than 2
km further down the road is Shri Mahalsa, a Vishnu temple.
About 5 km from Ponda are the Shri Ramnath and Shri Manguesh temples,
and nearby is the Shri Shantadurga Temple. This temple sports an
unusual, almost pagoda-like, structure with a roof made from long
slabs of stone.
Further south are the temples of Shri Chandreshwar and Shri
Mallikarjuna.
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
Bondla is the smallest of the Goan wildlife sanctuaries
(8 sq km). It is 52 km from Panaji and 38 km from Margao.
A botanical garden, fenced deer park and a zoo constitute this
sanctuary. Gaur and Sambar are part of the fauna found here.
Bookings for chalet accommodation should be made in advance at the
office of the Department of Forestry in Panaji.
Dudhsagar Falls
Dudhsagar falls is perhaps Goa's most impressive waterfalls. It is situated on the eastern border of Karnataka and Goa.
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