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Neelakanteshwara temple
- Nizamabad,Andhra Pradesh
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Neelakanteshwara Temple was constructed by the Rastrakutas and improved by Kakatiyasa. The structure resembles the North Indian style of architecture. In this temple annually the festival of Rathasapthami is celebrated on a grand scale. The Sun's rays fall on the Siva Lingam on the Rathasaptami Day. Special prayers are offered on these days. About 30, 000 devotees attend this festival. Annual festival is celebrated for two days during January - February.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
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.
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.