Temples India

A devotional tour to salvation

Sunday 8 February 2015

Murgan Temple/Palani



Most prominent God of south India is Lord Murugan. He has six abodes, one of them is in Palani, and here the deity name is called as Palani Dhandayuthapani temple. The temple is situated in Pazhani of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu. This temple is about 100kms northwest of Madurai.




How To Reach:

All the means of transport like Rail, Road and airways are available. Nearest airport is just 3hrs journey. You can land in nearest airport of Madurai and take a roadway journey to this place.
Many trains are connected to this place as this place is one of important railway station in Dindugal-Coimbatore line. The station is just 2kms from the temple.

Roadways are the easiest way to reach here as Govt of Tamil Nadu maintained numerous number of buses both Private and Govt buses. This temple is connected to all the major cities of the state by roadways. Some details of Roadways are given below.

56kms from Dindigul
472kms from Chennai
114kms from Madurai
103kms from Coimbatore
126kms from Erode
156kms from Trichy

Legends:

As per the puranas this place was permanent abode of Lord Karthikeya son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi. Once Sage Narada bought a fruit of Knowledge known as gyana Pazham to the Kailasha (Home of Lord Shiva) and presented to Lord Shiva, Shiva want to divide the fruit among his two sons but Narada refused to do so. Instead of dividing the fruit, he put a test of revolving around the world thrice and the winner will be given the fruit as reward. Karthikeya at once started off with his Vahana Mayura(Peacock). But, Ganesha just revolved around his Parents, as parents are considered as the world for children. Angered on his defeat Karthikeya left Kailsha and flew towards Palani hill and made that place his permanent abode. There he left his worldly pleasures and started doing meditation.

Earlier to this event of race between Lord Ganesha and Karthikeya a Sage named Agasthya sent his disciple Idumabn to carry two hills towards south to maintain the balance of tilt in mother Earth. Then Idumban carries Sivagiri and Saktigiri on his shoulders as Kavadi , on his journey he felt exhausted and place the hills down and took rest. Just then Lord Karthikeya arrived on the hill. Later on resuming his journey one hill did not moved. Knowing that Karthikeya was on the hill he grew furious and a fierce battle took place between them. In that battle Idumban was killed. Later he was regained to life.

After regaining life Idumban prayed to Lord Kathikeya and became a sentinel (Protector) of the temple. He narrated that whoever carry on his shoulders the Kavadi in significance of the two hills and visit here will be blessed.

Poojas & Festivals:
   Many festivals are celebrated in this temple like. Thai, Panguni, Chithirai, Vaikaasi,Aani, Aadi, Kanthasati, Karthigai, Markali.

Regular poojas are done here in prescribed timings like.

POOJA
TIMING
Vishvaruba Dharsanam
5.40 A.M
Vila pooja
6.50 A.M
Sirukala Shanthi Pooja
8.00 AM
Kala Shanthi Pooja
9.00 A.M
Uchi Kaala Pooja (Afternoon pooja)
12.00 NOON
Sayaraksha (Evening) Pooja
5.30 P.M
Rakaala Pooja
8.00 P.M










Accomodation facilities are also available in the temple devastanam like Dhandapani nilayam, Karthikeyan Vidhuti, Goshala Vidhuti, Cottages and Velavan Vidhuthi.

The first class rooms in Dhandapani Nilayam has been renovated and made air conditioned. The advance booking of rooms can be done through Official website of this temple.

Official Website :- http://www.palanimurugantemple.tnhrce.in/index.html


Friday 6 February 2015

Char Dham Temples



Char Dham means four pilgrim centers considered to be very important in India. It was believed that going to these four places will give Moksha. So it was a dream of every Hindu to visit Char Dham. Badrinath, Rameswaram, Dwaraka & Puri are considered as char dham. Among these four places three are Vishnavite(Lord Vishnu)  one is Shaivite(Lord Shiva). Geographically these temple shows its Importance as these places makes a perfect shape of square as Badrinath and Rameswaram falls on same Longitude, Puri & Dwaraka falls on same latitude.

Wednesday 4 February 2015

Monday 2 February 2015

Sri Kanchi Kamakshi Amman Temple/Kanchi



Kamakshi temple is one of prominent Shakti peethas in India. There are 51 Shakti peethas in our country among them this place in Kanchi was called as “Nabisthana Ottiyana Peetam”.  Here the preceding deity is Kamakshi; she was a form of Goddesses Parvathi. The word Kamakshi derived as “Ka” means goddess Saraswathi (Goddess of education), “Ma” means Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of wealth), “Akshi” means eye. This tells us the meaning that Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Saraswathi are two eyes of Devi Kamakshi. Those who worship Goddess Kamakshi here are blessed with Knowledge & wealth.

Wednesday 28 January 2015

Jyotirlinga Temples




Jyotirlinga was considered as most sacred in Hindu mythology. It was believed that Lord Shiva Manifested himself as Jyotirlingam in Aridra Nakshetra. Jyothi means Radiance and Lingam means Mark, this tells us that it was a Radiant Sign of Almighty. There are 12 Jyothirlingas in India in different states. It was believed that after a person attains a spiritual level the Jyothirlingam seems like a fire piercing through Earth.

Tuesday 27 January 2015

Madurai Meenakshi Temple/Madurai


Madurai Meenakshi is one of prominent temple in South India. Its historical evidence shows its significance. It was situated on the bank of river Vaigai. Its architecture design is one of this kind. This Huge temple complex, not only known for its construction but also for its statues which shows wide range of human 
emotions.

Wednesday 21 January 2015

Arulmigu Ramanatha Swamy Temple/Rameswaram


Rameswaram Arulmigu Ramanatha Swami Temple occupies a very important place in our history, as it had strong mythological evidence. This place is situated on Pamban island Separated from peninsular India. Sri Lanka is very near to this place as it is just 50kms from it. This place is connected to Indian mainland by bridge called Pamban Bridge. Co ordinates of this place is 9.2880N 79.3130E.

Tuesday 20 January 2015

Gnana Saraswati Temple/Basara





Goddess of education in India is “Saraswathi Devi”. Among two Saraswathi Devi temples in India, Basar Gnana Saraswathi Devi temple occupies an important place in our history. This temple is located on the bank of river Godavari in Telangana Andhra Pradesh. Co-ordinated of this place is 18052’40’N 77057’23E.

Monday 19 January 2015

Panakala Narasimha Swamy/Mangalagiri


Mangalagiri, this place is one of the most ancient and holy place in India. Many legends describe the greatness of this place, even Devatas and great kings came here for salvation. No one leave this place empty handed. It is located in Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh. This place is situated in NH5 between Guntur and Vijayawada. The co-ordinates of this place are 16.43°N 80.55°E.

Dwaraka Tirumala Venkateswara Swamy Temple




Dwaraka Tirumala this temple of Lord Venkateswara is auspicious one. This temple is also called as Chinna tirupathi. It is believed that if you pray with your pure heart, he will fulfill your desires. This place is located near Bheemadolu in West Godavari of Andhra Pradesh. Co-Ordinates of this place is 16.570N 81.150E.

Sunday 18 January 2015

Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple/Kanipakam



Many Gods are worshiped in India, among them Lord Vinayaka have a special place in the hearts of Indians. There are many Vinayaka temples in India, among them Kanipaka Vinayaka is one of its kinds. Here this temple has a beautiful history and many miracles. This temple is situated in Kanipakam in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh state. 

Friday 16 January 2015

Thursday 15 January 2015

Wednesday 14 January 2015

Annavaram Temple/East Godavari


Between Visakhapatnam and Rajahmundry a must stop pilgrim centre “Annavaram”. It is situated in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. River ‘Pamba’ flows besides Annavaram. It is 80kms by road and 87kms by train from Rajahmundry, 125kms from Visakhapatnam. Annavaram Railway station is 2kms from the temple, many trains atop here. 

Tourist Places In Visakhapatnam



Visakhapatnam a beautiful city between Indian Ocean & green hills. That’s why it is called green city of Andhra Pradesh. Earlier it was called Waltair. This city has a beautiful climate for business people as well as for common people. it was known for its Natural  Harbour.  Because of its beautiful port,  it was also named as The Jewel Of East Coast  & City Of Destiny. 



Thursday 8 January 2015

Srisailam Bramarambika Malikarjuna Temple/Srisailam



Srisailam is an cultural heritage of India. It is situated in the Nallamala hills of Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, on the bank of river Krishna. If you are travelling from Hyderabad by road then it is about 212kms. It doesn’t have a particular railway station. so devotees must get down at Kurnool and should make a trip of 97kms towards srisailam.  

Monday 5 January 2015

Kanaka Durga Temple-Vijayawada



Vijayawada is the cleanest city and the business hub of Andhra Pradesh. It is a beautiful city on the bank of river Krishna. It is also called as The Business  capital of Andhra Pradesh.  It is also a great pilgrim center  for Sri Kanaka Durga devotees. If ever  visit  Vijayawada for any purpose don’t forget to make a visit  to Kanaka Durga  temple.



Simhachalam Laxmi Narasimha Swamy Temple/Visakhapatnam



If u want  take a break from your  busy life  and  get  some  fresh air with some   entertainment  and  some devotion then   “VISAKHAPATNAM”  will be  your  right choice.  As I said earlier if you want some devotion then you must   visit the ancient temple of “ Varaha Laxmi Narshima Swamy” in “SIMHACHALAM”.  The great history and construction of this temple take you back in the time to 12th century. Therefore, this is a must stop and visit place in Visakhapatnam.
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