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Mahadeshwara Temple
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Male Mahadeshwara Hills, a sacred place for Hindus is located around 140 km from Mysore. It is situated in the eastern parts of Kollegal taluk in Chamarajanagar district. The height of the hill is about 3000 feet from the sea level. Male Mahadeshwara Hills also known as MM Hills is surrounded by dense forest. The temple here is dedicated to Lord Mahadeshwara (the incarnation Lord Shiva). The temple here attracts not only the pilgrims but also nature lovers. The ancient temple at Male Mahadeshwara is very sacred and popular. Mahadeshwara temple is surrounded by 77 hills in the Eastern Ghats. The Lord Sri Mahadeshwara is said to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva.
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.