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Sri Mandeswara Swamy Temple
- Mandapalli,Andhra Pradesh
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Situated 38 kms from Rajahmundry, 60 kms from Kakinada and 30 kms from Amalapuram, Mandapalli was the Holy Ashram of the sage Dhadhichi Maharshi. The hermit Dhadhichi made a supreme sacrifice of donating his valuable spinal cord for the mighty and powerful weapon popularly known as Vajrayudha of Lord Indra, which was employed to kill the deadly Asuraas. "Karkotaka" a ferocious Snake-King also had performed penance here. The Maharshis were terribly afraid of the Karkotaka requested him to leave the place. It is believed that if any one installs the idol of the Lord Siva and worships him, he will be free from the snakebites and threat from snakes.
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.
Timings
Sunday to Friday 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Abhishekams, Darshan & Other Sevas 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Only Darshan Saturdays 3:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Abhishekams, Darshan & Other Sevas 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Only Darshan