Shri Devaki Krishna Temple

A pious temple of main deity Devki Krishna. Many surrounding temple too.

Good vibrations and peace of mind. Canteen facility available. Accommodation available for mahajans.

Very Devine and beautiful temple. It's always well maintained . The richness of Goddess Is reflected in the overall ambience. Parking available. There is no toilet facility.

Beautiful well maintained hindu temple. Bright colors used for exterior.
A pretty house is attached to the temple.
Dedicated to Mother Devaki & her son Lord Krishna.

This is the only temple of Lord shri krishna with his mother.
It is situated in charao island where you can visit bird sanctuary also.
Only way to charao island is ferry boats. Free for persons and bike and 10/- for car.

Awesome temple in the island. Cool calm place

The most calming and religious temple you will find around Marshall. It has even got room booking facilities in advance for the people visiting temples, even a canteen facility is available.

Unique temple of Lord krishna along with his biological mother Devaki, one of its kind in Goa in Charao island. Only a couple of temples in India are dedicated to Devaki-Krishna. This one was supposed to be destroyed by Portuguese and the original idol was then shifted to Marcel in the later years. Post liberation it was rebuilt as the genesis of the idol was from this place and hence the importance. Nice temple and well maintained and still hosts many rituals such as Hanuman Jayanti, fire walk etc..

Do you know that this is one of the most unique temple in entire India ? There are only 2 Devaki Krishna temples in India and both are in Goa, to know more about the temple and about the Chorao Island do some tours with Soul Travelling, they have some amazing experiences in Goa with some amazing local stories

Felt blessed after visit the temple❣ nice calm environment

I recently had the privilege of visiting Sri Devaki Krishna Mandir, located on the serene Chorao Island in Goa. This sacred temple is a hidden gem that offers a truly spiritual and tranquil experience amidst the natural beauty of the island.

Sri Devaki Krishna Mandir holds a significant place in Goan culture and spirituality. It is the only temple in the world where Lord Krishna is worshiped with Mata Devaki, his biological mother. As soon as I entered the temple premises, I was enveloped by a sense of peace and serenity. The architecture of the temple is stunning, reflecting traditional Goan style with its intricate carvings and vibrant colors. The sanctum sanctorum, where the deity is housed, emanates a divine aura that is both captivating and comforting.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Goddess Devaki, and their presence can be felt throughout the temple complex. The devotion and reverence of the temple priests and staff are truly admirable. They provide insightful information about the temple's history, rituals, and significance, enriching the spiritual experience for visitors.

The lush surroundings of Chorao Island add to the enchanting atmosphere of the temple. The island's verdant landscape, dotted with coconut palms and swaying trees, creates a peaceful ambiance that perfectly complements the temple's spiritual essence. A walk around the temple complex allows for quiet contemplation and a chance to connect with nature.

One of the highlights of my visit was witnessing the traditional aarti ceremony. The melodic chants, rhythmic drum beats, and the mesmerizing sight of the deity adorned with flowers and lights created a truly magical experience. It was a moment of devotion and gratitude that will remain etched in my memory.

This place is very unique from mythological perspective as it is one of the rare Hindu temple devoted to Devaki (the biological mother of Krishna) and Krishna. Most other temples are Radha Krishna. The original temple was destroyed during the attacks by Adil Shah and rebuilt by the Portuguese. This was a part of the Charao island tour that I did with Soultravelers operators (through Viator). Our guide Eric gave us some insight about the historical perspective of this place and also how island "Churamani" became "Churan" and then "Chorao" under the Portuguese influence.

Only one temple in India having the name of Mata Devki with Lord Krishna
Must visit place 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

This temple has a history. You feel positive and you tend to lose all the anxiety and stress.
Simple temple but with a great significance.

I am glad that I chose to visit this sacred temple.

Jai Shree Krishna 🙏🏼

Very nice temple. Everyday evening prayer and prasadam. Lunch and Dinner fees 40Rs. Time to book 12.30 for afternoon and 7.30 for night. Morning breakfast is also available time 8.30 to 10.30

I loved this place...very holly and calm temple.

Found love and peace❤ a very unique place with a interesting history!!

Very unique temple of the mother son duo: Devaki Krishna
Quaint and neatly maintained, the Pujari was very friendly and helpful too.
Certainly worth a visit whether a devotee or not

Beautiful temple of Lord Krishna & Devi Devki located in the hamlet of Marcel.
This is the only temple in the entire India dedicated to the Devki & Krishna.

The pillars are quiet old & have divine significance.

Here is found India’s only temple where the presiding Deity is Sri Devaki-Krishna, which is Sri Krsna and His mother together in Deity form. Sri Sri Devaki and Krsna are together in the temple by Bhumika Devi, Laxmi Ravalnath, Mallinath, Katyayani, Chodaneshwar and Dhada Shankar. Like many of the regions transcendental personalities, the Devaki-Krsna Deities were subjected to displacement due to foreign invasion. Originally located at Chorao Island in Tiswadi, all the temple Deities were moved to Mayem in Bicholim to escape the wrath of the Portuguese rulers. Eventually they were established at the present location at Marcel. The Devaki-Krsna Deity is the main feature of the garbha griha, or inner sanctum of the temple. Mother Devaki is depicted in a standing posture with child Krsna between her legs. Beautifully carved in black stone, the pose of the Deities is also very unique. Also known as Pisso Ravalnath, the Devaki-Krsna temple is also home to a life-sized murti of Sri Swamy Ravalnath, which was installed in 1974 by Sri Srinivasa Prabhu, the oracle of the temple. In a separate temple a life-sized stone Deity of Sri Devaki holding the baby Krishna has been installed and it was consecrated by HH Srimad Sudheendra Thirtha Swamiji in 1981. The oracle is organised every full moon day. These Deities were carved by the famous sculptor, Renjal Gopal Krishna Shenoy. More than 15 other Hindu temples of note are found in the small town of Marcel, including Sri Kamakshi temple, Sri Mahalakshmi temple, Sri Manguesh temple, Sri Saptakoteshwara temple, Sri Shantadurga temple at Kavalem, and the Sri Vithal temple.

Very special/ unique temple (one of its kind in the world), visit and get to know the history.