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Yameshwar Temple
- Jameshwar Patna,Odisha
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Overview
Yameshwar or Jameshwar Temple is an exceptionally old sanctuary devoted to Shiva being worshiped by Yama. It is located at Bhubaneswar near Bharati Matha, in Jameshwar Patna.
About The Temple
The primary Vimana is in Rekha Deula style, Jaga mohan is in Pidha Deula style and there is a separated mandapa. Numerous segments of the sanctuary have been harmed by common catastrophes as the sanctuary is constructed by sandstone. The external Prakara is made of laterite. The symbols around the sanctuary incorporate numerous themes like Dikpalas, Amarous couple, Nayikas, Vidalas, Erotics, elephant parade and so forth.. The internal Garbhagriha houses Shivalinga within a round yonipitha. The sanctuary was implicit the thirteenth fourteenth century amid the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
Festivals
The Jiuntia or Puajiutia celebration which is likewise called Dwitvahana osha falls in Ashwin, is exceptionally prominent with this sanctuary. Others being Shivaratri and Kartik Purnima. All Mondays and Sankramana days are vital in this sanctuary. Individuals who visit this sanctuary amid Bharani nakshatra are said to be free from all tragedies.
Accessibility
Airport
The aerial distance between Bhubaneswar and Puri is only 53 km but there are no direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Puri.
Railways
Distance between Puri and Bhubaneshwar by rail is approximately 63 km. There are direct trains available from Bhubaneswar to Puri. One of the most popular trains on this route is the Puri Durg Express.
Road
Going by bus is a standout amongst the most practical approaches to travel. The distance from Bhubaneswar to Puri is around 59 km and it takes around two hours approximately. Devotees can hire taxis to reach the desired destination.
Temple Address
Yameshwar Temple,
Bhubaneswar,
Bharati Matha,
Odisha.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- For freedom from miseries
- For worship especially by those born under the Barani star
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
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM