Don't miss breathtaking views from Goa's Siddhanath hill

Venita Gomes

SIDDHANATH HILL

Heard about Siddhanath (Lord Shiva) hill in Borim? Well, it is one of the most interesting places in Goa.

Goa|Siddhanath hill|Lord Shiva | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

LOCATION

Located 1250 feet above sea level, this hill provides some of the most mesmerizing views of Borim village from the top.

Goa|Sidhanath Parvat|Ponda|Cortalim bridge | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

HOW TO REACH THERE

From Ponda, the hill -- among the top 10 in Goa -- is situated at a distance of 6.5 kilometres.

Goa|Sidhanath Parvat|Ponda|Mahadev | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

ROAD MOST TRAVELLED

One needs to drive or ride on a road that has lush greenery on both sides as you make your way uphill.

Goa|Sidhanath Parvat|Ponda|road to the hill | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

STAIRWAY TO THE TOP

Just before the temple, there are stairs that one can take to reach the top.

Goa|Sidhanath Parvat|Ponda|Steps | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

LORD SHIVA SHRINE

On reaching the top, one can find the shrine of Lord Shiva.

Goa|Sidhanath Parvat|Ponda|Hill view | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

BLESSED BY NATURE

If you visit the place in the monsoon, you are sure to spot waterfalls gushing from different sides on the hill.

Goa|Sidhanath Parvat|Ponda|Twin waterfall|Borim | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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