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Siddeshwara Temple
- Hassan,Karnataka
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The Siddeshvara Temple, built by Venkatappa Nayaka, one of the Nayaka Rulers, is a quintessential and typical example of the Hoysala style of architecture. It has a shrine, a front hall and a four - pillared mandapa with a porch with entrances on three sides. The shrine on the side of the porch enshrines a simple linga as the main deity. It also displays gods of the Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiv, surrounded by Ganesh and Kartikeya. This temple features delicately carved magnificent pillars and the ceiling is elaborate with floral designs. The exterior walls are beautifully carved, while the entire temple of Siddeshvara is encompassed by hillocks.
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.