SripadaRaja mutt , Narasimha teertha , Mulbagilu

In this last article of Mulbagilu tourist attractions we cover one of infamous spots - SripadaRaja mutt . 

Highlights

• Mutt has brindavan of SripadaRajaru also known earlier as Sri Laksminarayana theertharu
• Mutt also has brindavans of other descendants  since year 1238 till recent 19th century
• A well maintained Kalyani pond
• Free lunch service to devotees 
• Facilities to perform functions , Shraadhas etc

This spot is just beside on the national highway. Our team stopped here on a Sunday noon . We were mesmerized to get a glimpse of mutt history and the brindavans of mutt swamijis dating more than 800 to 900 years.

We had a very good generous lunch offered by mutt . Staff was very friendly and they explained about the history of mutt. 

About Sripadarajaru :

• Born in 1404 AD known as Lakshmi narayana took Sanyasa deeksha 
• Established Vidyalaya known popularly as nalanda university attracted many
• Over 10,000 disciples studied at SriPadaraja gurukulam
• Saluva Narasimha , maharaja of chandragiri perfomed rathanbhisheskam to Sripadarajaru
• Known as Pithamaha of haridasa Vidya Bhandaram for his great works , keerthanas , Dandakams , books in kannada etc
• He attained heavenly abode in 1504 AD at this spot.

Kalyani pond known by name Narasimha Theertha is very well maintained . Visitors who perform poojas and karmas take bath here . There are many fishes fed in this pond. Inside the temple is a small sanctum where Anjaneya & Narasimha idols are worshipped.

Best time to visit this spot is before 1 PM in morning as most of mutt activities are conducted before this time. A must visit awesome historic spot in Mulbagilu.

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Anjaneya swamy temple , Mulbagilu

Highlights

• Believed to be more than 3000 years old dating Pandavas period
• Arjuna one of Pandavas consecrated the idol
• Idol is about 7 to 8 feet 

It is a custom here where devotees perform pooja by submitting Tulasi leaves , Beetel leaves . Surrounding this main sanctum are other sanctums of Venkateshwara , Navagraha and a small kalyani pond.

One of the major attractions in the center busiest street of Mulbagilu. A good spot to visit during your stay at Mulabagilu. Temple is open from morning till evening on weekends , during weekdays we suggest to visit between 8 AM to 11 AM or at evening between 6 PM to 7.30 PM

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Someshwara temple , Mulbagilu - weekend devotional destinations

In this article , we share our visit experience to Someshwara temple , Mulabagilu about 100 kms from Bengaluru

It was a Sunday after covering Ramalingeshwara temple we headed towards Mulabagilu , on the way we had planned to cover this spot. When we reached it was around 12 PM , luckily priest was just about to close and we got the darshan.

Believed to exist for more than 1000 years , temple has 3 sanctums . In the inner most sanctum Shiva linga of about 1 feet is worshiped. Temple structure resemble cholas style construction with a Dwaja stambha right in front . There are mantaps surrounding the temple area , a small kalyani pond which needs renovation 

Temple is open between 8 AM to 11 AM and at evenings between 6 PM to 7.30 PM for darshan. A nice calm place to visit during your stay at Mulbagilu

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Ganesha temple , Kurudumale - weekend devotional destinations

In this post on weekend devotional destinations we cover Kurudumale Gamesha temple at Mulbagilu taluk in Karnataka about 120 kms from Bengaluru.

Temple has 2 sanctums ,  inner sanctum we noticed a big 6 to 7 feet Saligrama Ganesha idol  is consecrated. As per priest , idol is believed to be existing since thousands of years , belief is Trimurthis i.e Brahma , Vishnu , Maheshwara consecrated the idol. 

Devotees believe performing pooja here is sure of getting their wishes fulfilled . On weekends many devotees from surrounding areas visit for darshan. Village fares are conducted every Sunday near the temple.

Government has taken over development of surrounding area . Opposite to the temple is a small hill where there are stop points created for recreation. Temple is well accessible with fair facilities for food nearby.

Temple is open for darshan from morning till evening on weekends and on weekdays its recommended to visit before 12 PM or later by evening between 6 to 7 PM. If you are planning a trip to Mulbagilu this is one unique spot to visit.

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Garuda temple , Koladevi - weekend devotional destinations

In this article on weekend devotional destinations , we cover one of the unique temples in Karnataka , the Garuda temple at Koladevi near Mulbagilu about 120 kms from Bengaluru

History

• As displayed at temple - During Ramayana , when Ravana in his pushpakavimana was carrying Sita to his Lanka , Jatayu , the vulture which was flying on the way attacked Ravana in an attempt to save Sita . Ravana fought against Jatayu , cut its wings and moved further towards Lanka. Helpless Jatayu started descending towards ground into the forest chanting Rama name . Later when Rama in search of Sita , while passing through found Jatayu , came to know about the incident. Jatayu without caring about its life , pleaded Rama to move faster and save Sita from Ravana and finally passed away at Rama

• Deity Garuda is believed as next form of Jatayu in kaliyuga . 

• Its believed during Mahabharatha, during Pandavas exile , Arjuna hit a weapon which lit the forest with fire , many animals including Sarpa (Snake) and its family were burnt to death , following which Arjuna had to suffer from Sarpa Dosha. Later its beleived Arjuna performed Garuda pooja and cleared Sarpa dosha . Vulture usually hunts Snakes which in mythology is considered to carry forward similar opinion.

Special poojas are conducted here during every Full moon day (Hunnime / Poornima) . Devotees who believe to relieve of Sarpa dosha perform pooja here. Temple committee arrange free prasadam , lunch every day.

Temple is open from morning till evening.  Temple priest may be reached on mobile number 9900581401 for Poojas and programs.

On a rush day , parking may be a problem here as temple is inside a village having narrow roads . Overall a good spot to enjoy with family and friends. Do visit this spot and share us your experience.

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Virupaaksheshwara Swamy temple , Mulbagilu

One of ancient temple in a small village Virupaakshi at Mulbagilu about 100 kms from Bengaluru. Lord Shiva in form of Virupaaksheshwara  is worshiped here .

Temple complex view

Temple complex has an awesome entrance view with 3 floor Gopuram . Supported by stone pillars , temple resemble Dravidian style construction. 

Temple side view

Temple premises may be further maintained well . Kalyani small pond in the form of T shape is another attraction

Temple pillars

Temple Kalyani

Mantap view

This temple definitely has scope for renovation. With government taking control over this temple , it may be converted to a great tourist attraction. We recommend to speak to temple staff before visiting this temple as timings depends on their presence. Priests may be reached on 9980980205 / 9632163488

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RamaLingeshwara temple , Avani , Mulbagilu - a marvelous sculpture

In this post we share our team visit experience to RamaLingeshwara temple , Avani at Mulbagilu about 100 kms from Bengaluru.

Highlights of this temple

• Ancient temple renovated timely by Dravidians , Cholas , Vijayanagar kings
• Myth says during Ramayana - Rama his brothers Lakshmana & Bharatha have consecrated Shiva lingas here during their exile period in search of Sita
• Temple complex has more than 7 garbhagrihas dedicated to shiva lingas consecrated by Rama , Bharatha , Lakshmana , Lava Kusha , Vali , Sugreeva , Anjaneya etc

Temple pillar carvings

Temple complex

Ramalingeshwara shrine

Ramalingeshwara shrine has a garbhagriha , an antarala and navaranga. The pillars in the navaranga are of the ornate type resemble to manastambha design. The adhistana has mouldings decorated with kirthimukhas and lions. The walls have plasters surrounded by Dravida towers . Linga is of dark stone 2 ft smaller than Lakshamalingeshwara linga

Inside mantap

Temple Gopurams

LakshamaLingeshwara shrine

LakshamaLingeshwara shrine is assigned to Nolamba period of 10th century AD. This shrine is most ornate in the complex. The temple on plan has garbhagriha , an antarala and a navaranga . The navaranga has four pillars have relief sculptures and the ceiling has Uma-Maheshwara surrounded by dikpalakaas. The linga in the garbhagriha is the largest in complex. The south Mahadwara is of chola period. On the extreme the adhistana has five mouldings , ornated with a row of kudus , friezes of elephants , lions , yalis and makara heads . The walls are relived by pilasters and sculptures of Yakshas , Dwarapalas , Shiva , Bhairava , Bhairavi , Vishnu , Ganesha etc . The brick tower is of late Vijayanagara period. It has the biggest linga in the complex.

Ramanjaneya shrine

Has a navaranga with shape resembling ardhamantapa with ceiling of nine padmas only. Its northern pierced screen has too finely shaped lady dancers. 

Temple complex view and Avani Hill

Kalyani pond in temple complex

The temple staff informed at Avani there are about 109 such lingas worshipped at different parts of the village. There is a small temple on Avani hill dedicated to Sita , a spring water called Antargange and spot believed to be  similar to DhanushKoti.

Carvings and Scripture on temple walls

Temple entrance

Temple is open everyday for pooja between 8 AM to 11 AM in mornings , 8 PM to 9 PM at evenings. Good road connectivity from National Highway . Ample temple complex space ,  families enjoy lunch in mantaps . Temple staff may be reached on mobile number 9481437363 for poojas and functions.

Overall an awesome must visit spot in Mulbagilu , do visit this place and share us your experience. 

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Dasara Wishes - Kannada Greetings collections

Our wholehearted Dasara festival wishes to our thinkbangalore community and followers . We wish this occasion bring in more joy and prosperity in your life . 

Celebrate further by sharing a sweet message on this occasion from these kannada greetings collections. 


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ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಬಂದು ಮಿತ್ರ ರಿಗೆ ನವರಾತ್ರಿ ಹಬ್ಬದ ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು ಮಾತೆ ದುರ್ಘದೇವಿ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳಿಗೆ ವಿಜಯವನ್ನು ತಂದು ಕೊಡಲಿ ಎಲ್ಲರಿಗೂ ಸುಖ ಶಾಂತಿ ನೆಮ್ಮದಿಯ ಸಂತೋಷದ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಕರುಣಿಸಲಿ ಶ್ರೀಮಾತೆಯ ಕೃಪೆ ಸದಾ ಎಲ್ಲರ ಮೇಲೆ ಇರಲಿ ಎಲ್ಲರಿಗೂ ಶುಭವಾಗಲಿ

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ಸರ್ವರಿಗೂ *ವಿಜಯದಶಮಿಯ* ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ *ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು*.

ಶಮೀ ಪತ್ರೆಯ ವಿನಿಮಯದಿಂದ

ಬಂಧುತ್ವ ವೃದ್ಧಿಸಿ,

ತಾಪತ್ರಯಗಳು ದೂರಾಗಿ,ತಮ್ಮೆಲ್ಲರ ಬಾಳಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಖ-ಶಾಂತಿ-ಆರೋಗ್ಯ-ಸಂಪತ್ತು-ಆಯಸ್ಸು ವೃದ್ಧಿಸಲಿ.

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☘☘  ಬನ್ನಿ ☘☘

ಬಾಳು ಬಂಗಾರವಾಗಲಿ

   ಪ್ರೀತಿ  ಪವಿತ್ರವಾಗಲಿ

  ಸ್ನೇಹಚಿರಕಾಲವಿರಲಿ   ತಾಯಿ 

    ಚಾಮುಂಡೇಶ್ವರಿಯು

ನಿಮಗು ನಿಮ್ಮ  ಕುಟುಂಬದವರಿಗೂ

  ಆರೋಗ್ಯ, ಸುಖ ಸಂಪತ್ತು

   ನೀಡಲೇಂದು ಹಾರೈಸುತ್ತ 

        ☘☘ದಸರಾ ಹಬ್ಬದ☘☘

ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಷಯ

      ☘☘🏻🏻☘☘

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ಈ ವಿಜಯದಶಮಿ 10 ವಿಜಯಗಳನ್ನು ನಮ್ಮ ಜೀವನದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಧಿಸಬೇಕು 

*ಸ್ವಾರ್ಥವನ್ನು ಸೇವಾಮನೋಭಾವ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

*ದೃಪ್ತತೆಯನ್ನು ದೈವೀ ಬಲ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ಕಾಮವನ್ನು ಸದಾಚಾರ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ಆಲಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕರ್ತವ್ಯ ನಿಷ್ಠೆ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ಮನೋ ದೌರ್ಬಲ್ಯವನ್ನು ಗುರುವಿಶ್ವಾಸ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ನೀಚನಮ್ರತೆಯನ್ನು ಹರಿಭಕ್ತಿಯು ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ಅಂಧಾನುಕರಣೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಿಪಕ್ವ ಜ್ಞಾನವು ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ಅಜ್ಞಾನವನ್ನು ಗುರು ಶುಶ್ರೂಷೆ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ

* ಆಪತ್ತುಗಳನ್ನು ಪಾರಾಯಣಗಳು ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ.

* ಮಾತ್ಸರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಸ್ನೇಹ ಗೆಲ್ಲಲಿ

ಈ ಹತ್ತು ವಿಜಯಗಳ ಸಂಪತ್ತು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಚಿತ್ತಕ್ಕೆ ಮತ್ತೆ ಮತ್ತೆ ಬರುತ್ತಿರಲಿ.

ವಿಜಯದಶಮಿಯ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು

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ನಿಮಗೂ &  ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕುಟುಂಬದವರಿಗೂ ಆಯುಧ ಪೂಜೆ ಮತ್ತು ವಿಜಯದಶಮಿ ಹಬ್ಬದ ಹಾರ್ಧಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು

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ನಿಮಗೂ ಮತ್ತು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮನೆಯವರಿಗೆಲ್ಲ ಆಯುಧ ಪೂಜಾ ಹಾಗೂ ದಸರಾ ಹಬ್ಬದ ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು, ಭಗವಂತನು  ನಿಮಗೆಲ್ಲ  ಆಯುರಾರೋಗ್ಯ, ಸುಖ -ಸಂತೋಷ, ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಕರುಣಿಸಿ, ಎಲ್ಲರ ಮನೋಕಾಮನೆಗಳನ್ನು ಈಡೇರಿಸಲೆಂದು ಪ್ರಾರ್ಥಿಸುವೆ....✍ಬನ್ನಿ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡು ಬಂಗಾರದಂತೆ ಇರೋಣ. 

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ಎದೆಯಲ್ಲಿ  ಆತ್ಮವಿಶ್ವಾಸವಿದ್ಧರೆ ಅದೇ  ಆಯುಧ , ಮುಖದಲ್ಲಿ ನಗುವಿದ್ದರೆ ಅದೇ ವಿಜಯ , ಎರಡೂ ಸದಾ ನಿಮ್ಮಲಿದ್ಧು ನವಚೈತನ್ಯ ನೀಡಲಿ , ನಿಮ್ಮ ಬದುಕೆಂಬ ಜಂಬೂಸವಾರಿಯೂ ದಸರಾ  ದರ್ಬಾರ್ ನಂತೆ ಸದಾ ಇರಲಿ . ನಿಮಗೂ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕುಟುಂಬಕ್ಕೂ ಆಯುಧ ಪೂಜೆ ಹಾಗು ವಿಜಯದಶಮಿ ಹಬ್ಬದ ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು

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ಸರ್ವರಿಗೂ ನಾಡ ಹಬ್ಬ ವಿಜಯ ದಶಮಿ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು 🙏💕🙏
ತಾಯಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಚಾಮುಂಡೇಶ್ವರಿಯು
ಸರ್ವ ಜೀವಿಗಳ ಕಷ್ಟಗಳನ್ನು ಸಂಹರಿಸಲೆಂದು ಭಕ್ತಿ ಪೂರ್ವಕವಾಗಿ ಪ್ರಾರ್ಥಿಸುವೆ. 🌹🙏🌹🙏

 

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May all the evils and negative energies in your life with the celebrations of Vijaya Dashami . Wishing you and your family a Happy Dussehra

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May this Dasara light up you with the hopes of Happy times and dreams for a year full of smile . Happy Dasara

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Happy Dussehra . On this special day , as you celebrate valor and courage , triumph of good over evil. Wish you Success and happiness in everything you do.  

 

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Ram is your soul , Sita is your heart . Ravan is your mind that steals your heart from your soul. Lakshman is your consciousness always with you and active on your behalf. Hanuman is your intuition and courage that helps retrieve your heart to re-animate your soul. Happy Dasara 

 

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A time for celebrations , A time for victory of good over bad , A time when world see the example of power of good. Lets continue the same true spirit . Blessing of Dussehra. Happy Dussehra

 

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