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Shiva Temple
- Beleswar,Odisha
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One of the sacred tourist destinations of Puri, Beleswar (alternatively spelt as Beleshwara) is a small village situated at 14 kilometers from Puri on the Puri-Konark marine drive road. It is famous for the Lord Beleswar Temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and he is worshipped here as Beleswar. In ancient times, Puri was a place of Saiva worship. From an architectural point of view, Beleswar temple is not important but from the religious point of view, it is one of the famous Shaiva shrines of Puri. Mahashivaratri is the famous festival celebrated here. On this day thousands of devotees arrive near the temple to offer their prayer to Lord Beleswar with great devotion. Beleswar is situated by the side of the Bay of Bengal, so it is also famous for the lovely and long sandy beach.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.