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Ahileshwara temple
- Maheswar,Madhya Pradesh
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The Ahileshwara Temple located in the town of Maheshwar in Madhya Pradesh, India. The ancient temple is dedicated to God Rama and is situated in the banks of the River Narmada. An interesting fact about this temple is that it has two shrines dedicated to God Rama within the same temple premise. The main shrine is dedicated to God Rama and in addition another smaller temple within the temple premise is also dedicated to God Rama. The temple is decorated with various carvings and images of wars, stories and epics from various period of time. Several interesting images within the temple premise is of Maratha soldiers and elephants going to war. People from various parts of the country come to visit this image.
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.