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Thal Monolithic Temple
- Almora,Uttarakhand
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Situated on the banks of the river Banaganga, this place was discovered in 1916 and is known as Ek Hathia Deol. This temple, carved out of a quartzite rock, rests on a rocky platform and two 3-ft wide parallel cuttings, separate the shrine. According to the chiseling on this 20 ft tall rock, one can conclude that the artisan was not able to complete this project. The Shivling is placed on the shrine that has two pillars supporting a portico. Similar to the Navadurga temple at Jageshwar, this temple has a recess between the jangha and the sikhara with beam heads. The mandapa has a domed roof in a step pattern.
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.