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Kalleshwara temple
- Haveri,Karnataka
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This temple is assignable to 11th to 12th century A.D. Generally they have a garbhagriha and an ardhamandapa. The garbhagrihas of the temples have a Linga on the pedestal. The lintels of the garbhagrihas have the carvings of Gajalakshmi. The walls of the ardhamandapa are plain, while the door frames are decorated. There are fluted pilasters on the exterior of the ardhamandapas.
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.