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Agasteeshwara Temple
- Tirumakudalu Narasipura,Karnataka
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Agasteeshwara Temple is the shrine of Lord Shiva located on the banks of river Cauvery at Tirumakudalu Narasipura in the district of Mysore, Karnataka. As per the legends, the deity in the temple is said to have been installed by sage Agastya. Tirumakudalu Narasipura is the sacred sangama (convergence) of rivers Cauvery, Kabini and Spatika Sarovara (a mythical lake or spring, also named Gupta Gamini). A highlight of this temple is the water trickling down from the head of Lord Shiva.
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.