Shri Chandreshwar Temple - on the quaint hills of Chandranath, lays one of the oldest temples in Goa, the Chandreshwar temple. Sri Chandreshwar Temple is situated at Paroda in Quepem Taluka on the top of Chadreshwar hill. Located at an altitude of 359 mts above the sea level, the temple affords a panoramic view of the green valley below. The temple belonging to the pre-Christian era is dedicated to Sri Chadreshwar, the chief deity of the Bhoja kings. The top of the hill also offers a panoramic view of the surrounding valley. Another major attraction of the place is an ancient wooden chariot with beautiful carvings on it. Lord Chandranath is believed to be a model of Lord Shiva. This deity was assessed to be the presiding deity of the Bhojas. In the ancient times, the state of Goa was under the rule of Bhojas. The temple is believed to be nearly 1500 years old. The temple offers panoramic views of the city which leaves the visitors nearly mesmerized. Goa tourism department sends guides on Goa temples tour. Though a major portion of the approach road to the temple is metalled. One can have a birds' eye view of a long ending green valley of Salcete and Quepem Taluka from the Chandranath hill. Common faith follows that the temple is about 1500 years old. The temple offers great views of the entire city which leave you mesmerized. There are many buses that ply to this pilgrimage spot frequently. During the festival days there is a lot of crowd from outside Goa as well as the locals of Goa.