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Panchalingeswar Temple
- Balasore,Odisha
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As the name implies, Panchalingeswar is famous for its unique "panchalinga" or the five lingas of Lord Shiva enshrined in the temple. The temple is located on a hilltop and houses five Shiva Lingas, immersed in the depths of a small waterfall. But getting there may seem to be an arduous task as one needs to ascend 263 stairs to reach the temple. The small waterfall becomes bigger during the monsoons and the 5 rock piece kind of formation called the Pancha Lingas becomes difficult to locate. To touch the Lingas one has to lie flat on a rock and get a feel of the lingas. The Panchalingeswar temple is nestled among the beautiful blue hills of Nilagiri, an ideal tourist spot for many. Located in the hilly areas of Nilagiri, Balasore district of Orissa, Panchalingeswar is 8 kms from Nilagiri and 30 kms from the city of Balasore.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
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.
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.