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3-km away from Banastari Bridge on Panaji
-Ponda Road is situated the noteworthy temple
dedicated to Devaki Krishna at Marcel. The deity is said to have been
brought from Chorao in Tiswadi to Mayem in Bicholim and then shifted to
its present place during the days of religious persecution by the alien
rulers.
The Garbha Griha contains the beautiful idol of Devaki and Lord Krishna.
The idol of Devaki is in standing posture with a child Krishna, sitting
astride her hip. This particular pose is considered to be unique in
Goa. The idols are beautifully carved in black stone.
The major festival is Malni Purnima from Paush Vadya is celebrated over
here with great fervour and excitement.