Île
Divar Island
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Anil
June 7, 2021
The original inhabitants of this island were people who once lived in Old Goa but had to leave during a disastrous plague that greatly reduced the population of Old Goa. They are mainly of Luso Indian and Konkani descent. It is believed that the Island of Divar was once a site of Hindu pilgrimage - one of many in India - and hosted the temples of Saptakoteshwar, Ganesh, Mahamaya and Dwarkeshwar. During the Christianization of Goa, in the 16th century, many were shifted, by the Goan Hindus, to other locations. It's also said, that the current Cemetery near Church at hilltop once housed a Ganesh Temple. The Hindus rehabilitated it in village of Candola near Marcel. Shirali, a village near Bhatkal in Karnataka also houses a part of the Shree Ganesh Mahamaya temples of Navelim and Goltim. The ancient site of pilgrimage is called Porne Tirth (Old pilgrim spot-in Konkani). Rui Gomes Pereira in his book Goan Temples and Deities writes, "The original temple of Saptakoteshwar was constructed in the 12th century by the kings of Kadamba Dynasty. Saptakoteshwar was the patron deity of the Kadambas. The temple was destroyed by the Sultan of the Deccan in the middle of the 14th century. The Saptakoteshwar idol was then relocated to Naroa in Bicholim. Later, the temple was reconstructed at the same locality by Madhav Mantri of Vijaynagara at the close of the same century. However, it was then abandoned due to the diversion of pilgrims to the new temple, which now housed the idol. By the time the Portuguese found it, in 1515, the temple was a forgotten ruin in the wilderness." Prior to its destruction, the temple used to attract up to three thousand pilgrims from Goa itself during its annual procession. The present temple structure in Naroa has distinctive Indo-Portuguese architecture. According to Dr Olivinho J F Gomes, Professor of Konkani, Divar was one of the first places the Portuguese ventured to convert locals to Christianity. The Hindu Brahmin and Kshatriya castes readily converted, thus creating the Bamonn and Chardo communities.
The original inhabitants of this island were people who once lived in Old Goa but had to leave during a disastrous plague that greatly reduced the population of Old Goa. They are mainly of Luso Indian and Konkani descent. It is believed that the Island of Divar was once a site of Hindu pilgrimage -…
Ritu
October 7, 2022
Take a Ferry Boat to an Island Most tourists coming to Goa think of it as a beach destination. While this may be true, there is lots more to do in Goa that’s beyond the beaches. There are two main islands in Goa - Divar Island and Chorao Island. Both of these islands can be reached by taking a ferry from Ribandar, which lies on the road between Panaji and Old Goa. Chorao Island is famously known for the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. You can hire a little boat, watch the mangrove, spot birds and enjoy a languid boat ride in the Goan rivers.
Take a Ferry Boat to an Island Most tourists coming to Goa think of it as a beach destination. While this may be true, there is lots more to do in Goa that’s beyond the beaches. There are two main islands in Goa - Divar Island and Chorao Island. Both of these islands can be reached by taking a fe…
Puloma
December 3, 2021
Take your car in a ferry and visit this lovely remote island. Check out their views for the best mangroves and get lost on this island.
Savio
January 4, 2021
Visiting Divar Island is an exclusive experience seeped in history and thus provides an insight into Goa of yore. The island can only be accessed by Ferry across the river Mandovi from 3 access points. Your vehicle can be ferried across too. Cycling enthusiasts may want to explore the island on their bikes. The island has several quaint bars and restaurants serving local fare and is one of the few places in Goa to serve urak (mild version of cashew feni) all year round. Guided tours of the island are also available for the history buffs.
Visiting Divar Island is an exclusive experience seeped in history and thus provides an insight into Goa of yore. The island can only be accessed by Ferry across the river Mandovi from 3 access points. Your vehicle can be ferried across too. Cycling enthusiasts may want to explore the island on the…
Revati
August 8, 2021
Take a ferry across to another time and place. Divar Island is stuck in time and a lush paradise, best explored on bicycle. Remember to fuel up (no petrol on the island) and adhere to ferry timings!
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