Shri Ramnath Temple is 33kms from Panaji in Ponda Taluka. The origin of the shrine is immersed in mythology, which says that Rameshwar is the original abode of Lord Ramnath. Besides the main shrine of presiding deity, Lord Shiva, the Ramnath Temple has four small temples of Shri Laxminarayan, Shri Shantadurga (Sateri), Shri Betal and Shri Sidhanath. The five temples in goa together, comprise Shri Ramnath Panchyatan. The courtyard of the temple has a five storied Deepstambha or Lamp Pillar adorned with images of Hindu gods and Goddesses on its base. The annual Jatra of samsthan is celebrated with full fervor and devotion with the traditional palanquin parading around the temple carrying the idol of the deity. Navaratras is also celebrated grandly. Shri Ramnath Temple is one of first temples in Goa to build Agrashalas for devotees and visiting yatris.





