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Veera Maruthi Temple

Overview


Veera Maruthi Temple is situated at Karkala in Udupi area of Karnataka. This sanctuary is committed to Lord Hanuman, passionate worshippers of Lord Rama. This sanctuary is situated inverse to Shri Venkatramana Temple.


About The Temple


Veer Maruthi Temple was initially developed in year 1539 and redesigned in year 1972. The sanctuary houses a gigantic statue of Lord Hanuman towering more than 15 feet. It is trusted that the statue was revealed from underneath the grounds of Anekere close Karkala. The statue is not the same as the standard with left hand set on the hip while right hand directing towards sky, legs in strolling movement, eyes with furious expression and hair forgoing noticeable all around. It is additionally said that Tipu Sultan was a passionate devotee and had offered silver jewel which can at present be seen around the neck of statue. A yearly presentation of Sri Ram jai Ram Jai Jai Ram is recounted in the time of December.


How To Reach Karkala

Airport

There are no regular flights from other major cities of the country to Karkala. Nearest airport is Bajpe Airport.


Railways

Karkala does not have an train station. Nearest option is Nandikoor.


Road

You can easily get regular buses to Karkala from other major cities of the country.


Temple Address


Veera Maruthi Temple,
Karkala,
Udupi, Karnataka.

Significance

Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-

  • Happiness
  • Removal of worries
  • Removal of sins
  • Prosperity of future generations
  • Relief from suffering
  • Suitable grooms for unmarried girls
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

The temple is open from 6AM to 9PM.

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