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Thirthahalli Stone Temple
- Thirthahalli,Karnataka
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Thirthahalli Stone Temple is situated on the middle of Davanebail forest at Thirthahalli in Shimoga District. This temple, built in Hoysala style of architecture, stands as an example of superior skills possessed by ancient and medieval architects. The main feature of the temple is that it has no presiding deity. Visitors can only see a shivling within the temple complex. The temple has 30 pillars at which one of them is hollow, indicating the appearance of the snake god, who chased away those who entered the temple in search of a missing treasure.
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.