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 Temple info -321 கோயில் தகவல் -321 ThiruvithuvakkOdu Divya dEsam (Thirumithakode) So far in this blog, the Divya dEsams in southern and central KeraLA have been covered. Now let us travel further north in KeraLA. There are two divya dEsams – ThiruvithuvakkOdu and Thiru nAvAi in the northern (or north-central, to be more precise) part of kEraLA. ThiruvithuvakkOdu is a beautiful Divya dEsam that has been glorified by Sri KulasEkara AzhwAr in a set of extremely moving pAsurams. Location and Access: This temple is locally known as “anjumoorthy koil” since it has five separate sannidhis. It is also referred to as ThiruvinjikkOde.  It is located about 17 km from Shoranur, en route to GuruvAyUr. The nearest railway station is Pattambi, which is 3 km away. Pattambi is a station on the Shoranur-KallikkOttai railway line. Pilgrims may alight at Pattambi, cross the BharathapuzhA river and walk two kilometres to the temple. Alternately, pilgrims may take a bus towards GuruvAyUr from Shor...

 Temple info -320 கோயில் தகவல் -320 Martand Sun Temple The Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Surya (the chief solar deity in Hinduism) and built during the 8th century CE. Martand is another Sanskrit synonym for Surya. It is now in ruins, as it was destroyed by the orders of Kashmiri ruler Sikandar Shah Miri. The temple is located five miles from Anantnag in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Martand Sun Temple Martand Sun Temple Central shrine Religion Affiliation Hinduism District Anantnag Deity Martand (Surya) Location Anantnag State Jammu and Kashmir Country India Geographic coordinates 33°44′44″N 75°13′13″E Google map - Q666+M8 Anantnag Architecture Creator Lalitaditya Muktapida Completed 8th century CE History Ruins of the Surya Temple at Martand, photo taken by John Burke in 1868 The Martand Sun Temple was built by the third ruler of the Karkota Dynasty, Lalitaditya Muktapida, in the 8th century CE. It is said to have been built during 725-756...

 Temple info -319 கோயில் தகவல் -319 The Olakkannesvara Temple ("flame eye";) commonly Olakkanatha; also known as, "the Old Lighthouse") is in Mahabalipuram town, overlooking the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal in Kancheepuram District in Tamil Nadu, India. Like the Shore Temple, the Olakkannesvara Temple is a structural temple. Built in the 8th century, it is situated directly above the Mahishasuramardini mandapa on a hillock which provides scenic views of the town. As the area is within a high security zone because of a nuclear power station a few kilometres to its south, photography is prohibited.The Olakkannesvara Temple is sometimes mistakenly referred to as a Mahishasura temple. It is dedicated to an incarnation of Shiva. It is one of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram that were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. Olakkannesvara Temple Religion Affiliation Hinduism District Kancheepuram district Deity Shiva Location Mamallapuram St...

 Temple info-318 கோயில் தகவல் -318 Thirumoorthy Temple is situated at the foot of the Thirumoorthy hills or Thirumoorthi hills adjoining the Thirumoorthy dam. The scenic beauty of the Anamalai hill range of Western Ghats, includes the cascading water to the Thirumoorthy reservoir from the Panchalingam Falls. A perennial stream flows by the side of the Sri Amanalingeswarar temple. The presiding deity is called Amanalingeswara. History It is believed that a few thousand years ago Atri Maharishi along with his wife Anusuya devi lived here. Sage Narada praised Anusuya's "pativratyam" (Devotion to husband) a lot before the wives of Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva making them jealous of her. They requested their husbands to reduce her pativratyam. Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva went to Anusuya as guests when Atri was not there at home and asked her to serve them food. When she agreed to do so, they said that they will accept her alms on the condition that she serves them without wearing clothe...

 Temple info -317 கோயில் தகவல்-317 Murudeshwar Temple 5 Interesting Facts About Temple With World's Second Largest Shiva Statue The Murdeshwar temple in Karnataka is one of the most significant Shiva temples in India. When it comes to travel and tourism, Karnataka is perhaps one of India's most underrated states. It is simply amazing how one state can be home to such a wide variety of tourist spots. With part of the Western Ghats adorning this state, it is abundant in lush green natural beauty. It is located on the southwest coast of India which means it has some spectacular beaches facing the Arabian Sea, like the Om beach in Gokarna. And then there are the historic ruins of Hampi which attract many a history enthusiast. But what really makes Karnataka an amazing Indian destination worth visiting are its temples. Be it their architecture, their religious significance, their history or their location, most temples in Karnataka are alluring, to say the least. One such temple is ...

 Temple info -316 கோயில் தகவல்-316 Tambdi Surla Temple, Goa  Noted as the oldest temple in Goa, Tambdi Surla is a Shaivite temple of Lord Shiva built in the 12th century. This temple is a treat to eyes because of its unique style of construction. It is the only monument of Kadamba-Yadava architecture. Kadamba dynasty was ruling during the time when this temple was constructed. If you notice every bit of the temple’s architecture, you would realize how much pain has been taken by the craftsmen who worked to make this masterpiece. Tambdi-Surla-Temple-goa Temple Location  Tambdi Surla is located inside the area of Bhagwan Mahavir National Park. Situated amidst nature, it is a divine place. The intricate carvings of the temple adorn the interior and sides of the temple. It is built by skilled craftsmen. Now, there is a priest cum caretaker who stays there throughout the day. Along with Lord Shiva, the temple has fascinating figures of Lord Vishnu and Brahma. Every corner of t...

 Temple info -315 கோயில் தகவல் -315  Jurahareswarar (aka Iravanatheswara) Temple at Juragaresam. The main deity in this temple is Shiva in the form of linga known as Jurahareswarar. Legend has that a demon called Juragan was destroyed here. Devas worshipped in this place to cure themselves from disease due to heat and they were cured. Therefore it is believed that those who worship Shiva here, is known to have been cured of ailments such as fever, relieving them from excessive body heat to maintain normal body temperature. There are five windows in the sanctum sanctorum which in itself has a circular design.  (one of the 5 windows adorns the inner sanctum) It is a magnificent example of Pallava architecture. The temple was built using both sandstone and granite and many figures are engraved on them.  The idol of Juvarahereswarar here is one of the 64 holy idols (formless form of Lord Shiva). There are two kinds of divine treasures in the temple. There is a statue of ...

 Temple info -314 கோயில் தகவல்-314 Nimishamba is the name of a temple on the banks of the Cauvery river, located about 2 km from Srirangapattana on the road leading to Sangam (confluence) in the south Indian state of Karnataka. Nimishamba Temple History Goddess Nimishamba is considered as the incarnation of Goddess Parvathi, the consort of Lord Shiva. This place Ganjam is considered as a holy place. Muktharaja of Somavamsha Aryakshatriya performed penance at Nimishamba Temple. Shrichakra is carved on a stone in front of Sri Nimishamba and pooja is performed. There is a belief that Goddess Nimishamba is going to remove all the problems and troubles of her devotees within a minute. That is why she is called Nimishamba. Nimisha means a minute and Amba is the name of Parvathi. Somavamsha Aryakshatriya Mutharasa king Muktharaja was blessed with the boon that Sri Nimishamba will come to his aid in his fight against the demons in a minute. That is why there is a deity Lord Shiva by the ...

 Temple info -313 கோயில் தகவல் -313 🛕 Achala Deepeshwarar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located at Mohanur in Namakkal District of Tamilnadu. Presiding Deity is called as Achala Deepeshwarar and Kumareeswarar. Mother is called as Madhukara Veni and Kumarayee. The temple is linked with other Shiva temples praised in Thevaram hymns – Vaiputhalam.  Legends Etymology 🛕 Ambica called her son (Mahan) here. Hence the place was named Mahanur but changed as Mohanur later. Lord Muruga temple, where he stopped to the call of Ambica is on a hill just a little away. Bharani Deepam 🛕 Bharani deepam lit in this temple in Karthikai month (November-December) is considered as significant as those lit in Thiruvannamalai the next day on Kruthika star day. Special pujas and abisheks are performed to Lord this day. A holy man respected as Beejavaba Maharshi was a staunch devotee of the Lord who used to light the Bharani deepa on the Deepasthambam in the temple and the practice is being ...