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Kadinamkulam Sree Mahadevar Temple
- Kadinamkulam,Kerala
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The Kadinamkulam Mahadeva Temple is one of the most famous Shiva temples in South India. It is among the very few temples in South India where the Darsan (to where the Lord is facing) is towards the west. The Kadinamkulam Kayal is one the most beautiful lakes to view. The golden sand beaches, the Kerala backwaters, snake boats and kettuvallams are notable attractions.
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.