- Shiva
Simhanaath Temple
- Badamba,Odisha
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Overview
Simhanaath Temple is dedicated to Shiva who is worshipped by Narasimha, an avatar of Vishnu. The temple has a style of Kalingan order. The temple is unique for its sculptural embellishments of both the Shaiva and Vaishnava sects. It is located in the Gopinaathpur village, Baramba Taluk of Cuttack district.
About The Temple
The sanctum has a Shiva lingam with yonipatta (base) attached to earth. The temple is of Panchayatana style practised by Adi Shankara Temples dedicated to Vishnu. Ganesha, Surya and Mahishasuramardini are found around the temple. The temple represents early development of Panchaaratha Deula of Kalingan Architecture. On the basis of survey, the temple can be dated back to early 9th Century AD.
Festival
Shiva-raatri, Makar Sankranti, Dusshera, Kartik Poornima are mostly famous festivals here. People who do Upanayana (betrothal) and Marriage also prefer this place as a nice option.
Accessibility
Airport
The nearest airport to Cuttack is Biju Patnaik Airport which is located in Bhubaneswar.
Railways
Cuttack is well connected with all the major parts of the nation through rail networks. Lying on the Kolkata-Chennai line, many super-fast expresses, and local trains pass through the city.
Road
Regular buses and taxis ply to and fro Cuttack for all the major cities of India. It can be easily approached by road from Cuttack, Chaudwar and Athgarh.
Temple Address
Simhanaath Temple
Cuttack,
Badamba,
Orissa.
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.