Your South Goa trip is not done till you visit this temple in Quital

Rohan Fernandes

SHROUDED IN SPIRITUALITY

Ahlare Ajaa Temple, also known as Aleraja Temple, stands in majestic divinity at Quital in Naquerim. It is shrouded in spirituality with its splendid reflection in the still waters in its vicinity.

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SHIVA AS SHEPHERD

The temple houses a rare idol of Lord Shiva in which he is depicted as a shepherd.

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TEMPLE ON PLATEAU

The temple is situated in the middle of the Quitol plateau and provides amazing landscape views, especially during the monsoons.

Goa| Temples of Goa | Goa monsoon places | Betul | Quitol Plateau | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

EVENING GLIMPSE

The best time to visit the temple is during evenings as one can see the Betul Lighthouse as it comes alive at the Arabian sea.

Goa| Temples of Goa | Goa monsoon places | Betul | Temple in the evening | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

HOW FAR?

The temple is located at a distance of 18 km from Margao city and 53 km from Panjim city.

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CLUB WITH BETUL BEACH

One can also visit Betul beach as well as Cabo De Rama Fort, which are in the vicinity of the temple.

Goa| Temples of Goa | Goa monsoon places | Betul | Western Ghats | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

MUST ON SOUTH GOA ITINERARY

Make sure to add this place to your itinerary when you are visiting South Goa.

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