Location
Marcel, North Goa
The
Devki Krishna Temple in Marcel is the only temple in India where Lord
Krishna is worshiped along side mother Devaki as Devakrishna. During
the Portuguese Inquisition the main deities and affiliate deities were
moved from Chorao Islands to Mayem in Bicholim and from there on to
their present location in Marcel.
The inner sanctum of this
temple has a beautiful idol of Devaki and Lord Krishna. The idol of
Devaki is in a standing posture with the child Krishna between her
legs. This pose is considered unique and rare. Proper dress and decorum
must be maintained when entering into the temple.
The most important festival celebrated here is "Malni Pournima'. It is celebrated in the month of January.
Getting there
Closest city: Panjim, 17 kms
Closest Airport: Dabolim, 29 kms
Closest Station; Karmali, 5 kms
Directions
Mapusa:
Take a shuttle to Panjim. From Panjim, take a bus to Marcel. From
Marcel, taxis, autos and motorcysle pilots go directly to the temple
Margao:
Take a shuttle to Panjim. From Panjim, take a bus to Marcel. From
Marcel, taxis, autos and motorcysle pilots go directly to the temple
Panjim: Take a bus to Marcel. From Marcel, taxis, autos and motorcysle pilots go directly to the temple.
Vasco:
Take a shuttle to Panjim. From Panjim, take a bus to Marcel. From
Marcel, taxis, autos and motorcysle pilots go directly to the temple
