Chilkur Balaji Temple

Chilkur Balaji Temple

Chilkur Balaji Temple History, Darshan, Pradakshinam

As per the folklore, An ardent devotee of Lord Venkateswara used to visit Tirupati once in a year. It happened once, that he was not able to travel to Tirupati. He prayed to Lord Venkateswara for his inability. Lord Venkateswara appeared in his dream and revealed his whereabouts.

Next day, the devotee went inside the forest as instructed by the Lord. He started digging anthill in search of the Idol. The Crowbar struck an idol and blood oozing out of an anthill. The poured milk on the anthill as advised by the voice from the Sky. The devotee unearthed the Idol of Lord Venkateswara along with Sridevi and Bhudevi. This is Ekasila Idol, where all the deities present in a rock.

Chilkur Balaji Temple Pradkshinam

1. Devotees used to perform 11 Pradakshinam by chanting their wish
2. The devotee has to perform 108 Pradakshinam when their wish is fulfilled.

This Pradakshinam was in place from 1982 -83. The temple main priest Gopalakrishna Swamy performed Pradaskhinam when the borewell is drilling. Water came out of the Earth when he completes 11 Pradakshinam.

How to reach Chilkur Balaji Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Hyderabad which is 35 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest Railway station is at Secunderabad which is 32 Km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Mehadipatnam. Bus No#288 D is available.

Bhoga Nandishwara Temple

Bhoga Nandishwara Temple

Bhoga Nandishwara Temple History, Timings, Route info

This temple is dedicated to Lord Siva and Goddess Parvathi. It was built by Nolamba rulers followed by Rashtrakuta kings. This temple was built in the 9th Century around 810 AD.
Gangas, Cholas, Hoyasala Kings and Vijayanagara Kings contributed in renovating this temple.
Vasantha Mantapa and Temple tank (Pushkarini) was built during the reign of Vijayanagara dynasty. It is said that River Pennar originates from this temple tank.

Temple Timings : 7:00 am - 7:30 pm.
Timings might differ on festival days.
Best Time to visit: Nov-May.

How to reach Bhoga Nandishwara Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Bengaluru which is 29 Km away

By Train

1. The nearest Railway station is at Bengaluru which is 55 Km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Bengaluru bus station. It is 60 Km away.

Dichpally Ramalayam History

Dichpally Ramalayam History

Dichpally Ramalayam History, Timings, Route

This temple was built during the reign of Kakatiya Kings in the 14th Century. This is the only Rama built by Kakatiya's, who are devotees of Lord Siva.
No.Of Steps to reach Temple on Hill Top: 105 steps.
Temple construction took 100 years. Idols were installed on 15Jul 1949 from then on Pujas are performed daily. The temple structure reflects Dravidian architecture. This temple was destroyed by Allauddin Khilji in 1311 AD.
An ardent devotee of Lord Rama, Gajawada Chinnaiah installed the Idols and laid the steps path in 1949. These Idols were brought from Rajasthan.

It is believed that Lord Rama in search of Sita Devi reached this place and stayed here for 45 days. It is believed that Lord Rama met Bala Hanuman here for the very first time.

How to reach Dichpally Ramalayam?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Hyderabad which is 160 Km away

By Train

1. The nearest Railway station is at Nizamabad which is 17 Km away

Jamnagar Bala Hanuman Temple

Jamnagar Bala Hanuman Temple

Jamnagar Bala Hanuman Temple History, Timings, Entry fees

This temple was established by Shri Prembhikshuji Maharaj in 1963 -64. Jamnagar is celebrating 50 years of Akhand Rama Naam and acquired a place in Guinness book of records.
This temple was built on the bank of Ranmal Lake also known as Lakhota Lake.

Day	Timings	Darshan details
Sunday	6:00 am	Mangla Darshan
Monday	6:30 am	Shangar Darshan
Tuesday	7:00 am	Mangala Aarti
Wednesday	12:00 pm	Raj Bhog
Thursday	4:30 pm	Utthapan
Friday	7:00 pm	Sandya Aarti
Saturday	10:00 pm	Sayan Darshan

Akhand Raam Naam

Place	Started on
Jamnagar	1 Aug 1964
Dwarka	12 May 1967
Porbandar	20 May 1967
Rajkot	22 Apr 1984
Mahuva	20 Apr 1997
Junagadh	15 Aug 1996

Ambaji Temple History

Ambaji Temple History

Ambaji Temple History, Timings, Route info.

As per the Legend, Sati Devi daughter of Daksh Prajapati married Lord Siva against her father's will. Daksh thought of taking revenge on this Son-in-law and decided to perform Yagna by inviting all Devas except His daughter and Son-in-law. Sati Devi on knowing this reached her maternal home advising her father. Daksh insulted Sati in front of the guests. Sati immolated herself in the Yoga Agni. On knowing this, Lord Siva raised high and ordered Veerabhadra to kill Daksh. Veerabhadra along with Kali and other Siva Ganas reached the Yagna place and killed Daksha.
Lord Siva on collecting Sati's corpse danced the dance of destruction. Lord Vishnu to avoid destruction, sent his Discus and made Sati's body into pieces. The body parts fell across Indian Sub-continent which emerged as Shakti Peetas. It is believed that Sati's heart fell here.

Morning Darshan Hours: 8:00 am - 11:30 pm
Afternoon Hours: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Evening Darshan Hours: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Koothanur Saraswathi Temple

Koothanur Saraswathi Temple

Koothanur Saraswathi Temple History, Timings, Darshan and Pooja.

This holy place was associated with the convergence of River Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.

As per the folklore, Ganga was separated from Lord Siva to facilitate Lord Siva marriage with Goddess Parvathi. Ganga reached Lord Siva here in this place.

As per the Legend, Brahma and Saraswati had a dispute and took birth in the Earth. They realized their birth secret and prayed Lord Siva for the solution. Lord Siva made Saraswati as part of the Ganga River and brought her to Koothanur as Arasalar River.

It is believed that the Yamuna was relieved from the curse on worshipping Lord Siva here.

Koothanur Saraswathi Temple  Timings

7:30 am - 12:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Koothanur Saraswathi Temple Pooja

1. Special Poojas will be performed On Vijaya Dasami day during Navaratri festival days.
2. Abhishekams and special poojas will be performed to the deity Saraswati on Moola Nakshatra days, Full moon days and on Wednesdays.

Offerings to the deity

1.  Honey, milk, turmeric powder, curd, ghee, and fruit juices will be offered for the Abhishekam.
2. White Pattu Sarees will be offered to the deity.

Edayathumangalam Mangalyeswarar Temple

Edayathumangalam Mangalyeswarar Temple

Edayathumangalam Mangalyeswarar Temple History, Timings, Entry fees

Sage Mangalya was born in Uthiam Star. All the power attained from the Yagna resides in his forearm.
It is said that this Sage was the main purohit for Sage Agasthya, Sage Vasishta and Bhairava marriages. It is believed a blessing from this Sage will benefit Newly wed couples with Longevity and Good relationship.
He is head of the Akshada (Rice mixed with Turmeric which is used to bless newlywed couples).
It is believed that Angels worship Mangalayeswarar to re-energize the power of Blessings. It will be more effective on Uthiram Star day.
In the month of Panguni (14Mar - 14Apr), the celestial wedding will be performed for the main deities on Uthiram Star day.
Young Woman born on Uthiram Nakshatra day advised seeking blessings from this deity.

How to reach Mangalyeswarar Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Trichy which is 29 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Lalgudi which is 4 Km.
2. Tiruchirapalli Station is 25 Km away.