- Navagraha
Omkara kshetram
- Haliganahalli,Karnataka
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Overview
Omkara Kshetra is located in the Kolar district of Karnataka. The temple complex includes nine smaller shrines, each dedicated to a Navagraha (The nine planet gods). In addition to this, sanithanams of Lord Shiva and Lord Anjaneya are also found. This temple is located on the way to Bangarapet from Kolar and is open throughout the week.
Accessibility
Airport
The nearest airport is Hindustan Airport, Bangalore.
Railways
The nearest railway station is Bangarapet railway station.
Road
Omkara Kshetra is located 14 from Bangarpet Old Bus Stand. Bangarpet is connected by State Highway No. 4 up to Kolar and then by National Highway No. 4 up to Bangalore.
Temple Address
Omkara Kshetra,
SH5,
Haliganahalli,
Bangarpet Taluk,
Kolar District,
Karnataka,
India,
Pincode – 563162.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Removal of ailments affecting stomach
- Cleansing of sins
- Gain strength
- Education
- Longevity
- Boon of fatherhood
Shlokas
Palasha Pushpa Sankaasham Taarakaa Graha Mastakam Rowdram Rowdraat Makam Ghoram Tam Ketum Prana Maa Myaham
Meaning -I pray to Ketu, who looks similar to the Palaasha flower, who is the head of the stars and planets, who is scary and violent.
Timings
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM