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Someswara Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
- Warangal,Andhra Pradesh
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It is located at a distance of 50 kilometres from Warangal on a hillock in the outskirts of Palakurthy Mandal headquarters. It is also the birthplace of famous poet Palakurthy Somanadha Kavi of 12th century. His samadhi can be seen here. This historic temple is dedicated to Lord Siva and Vishnu who incarnated in two adjacent caves at a height of 120 meters on the hillock. The 'Pradakshina Path' encircling the two caves is quite natural. There is a dilapidated Surya Temple and Koneru can also be witnessed at this place. This place once flourished with the adherents of 'Veera Saiva' sect of Hinduism but lost prominence in course of time. Presently it is a famous pilgrimage centre in Warangal district. Pilgrims who come here are mostly from Karnataka and Maharashtra. The Veera Saivas make a visit once in year to take the blessings of presiding deities and Somanadhakan.
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.