This Hindu Temple in Santa Clara houses a two ton solid granite Shivalingam with 1008 individual shiva lingams inscribed upon it. This is known as a “sahasralingam”. In addition the lingam is consecrated as Sri Maha Kaleshwar, who is one of the 12 Jyotirlingams, especially sacred manifestations of Lord Shiva in India. This is the first of an eventual twelve Jyotirlingam temples to be established in the United States under the auspices of the Sree Narayanee Kalikambal Foundation.

Sri Maha Kaleshwar, whose original temple is in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India, is known as the Lord of Time. Unlike other Shivalingams, Sri Maha Kaleshwar faces South, the traditional direction of death in Hindu culture. As such he is the Lord who does not turn his face away from suffering, illness, or death, and who is capable of conquering the most difficult of circumstances. Prayers to him for relief of mental and physical suffering are particularly effective. He grants wisdom, peace, and well-being.

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Balkampet Yellamma Temple Timings, History & Kalyanam Dates 2023

The Yellamma Temple in Balkampet, popularly known as the Balkampet Yellamma temple, is one of Hyderabad's oldest and most revered temples. The temple attracts a large crowd on Sundays and Tuesdays and is well-known for hosting the annual Bonalu Jathara festival in Hyderabad.

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Yellamma, which translates as "mother of the universe." There is also an alternate name, Jagadamba, who is thought to be the same as Goddess Renuka.

Goddess Balkampet Yellamma is also thought to be an incarnation of Goddess Kali and Goddess Parvati. Bonalu is celebrated to thank Goddess Kali. This Yellamma Devi Temple also has a small temple for Goddess Pochamma Devi on the south side, Goddess Pochamma is the Kshetrapalaka of the temple.

As a result, the temple is also known as Sri Yellamma Pochamma Devasthanam.

Balkampet Yellamma Temple Kalyanotsavam & Bonalu Dates

Renuka Devi Kalyanotsavam in Balkampet temple celebrated in th…

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Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple

Thiruparankundram's Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple (Kovil) is dedicated to the god Murugan (also known as Kartikeya and Subramaniya Swamy) in Thiruparankundram, Tamil Nadu, India.

The Temple is one of Murugan's six abodes and is regarded as the first and foremost temple of Lord Muruga.

This temple is associated with several myths and legends, one of which states that it is here that Lord Muruga defeated the demon Surapadman, married Deivayani, daughter of the king of heaven, Indra, and worshiped Lord Shiva.

Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple Timings

Everyday temple will be open from 5 AM to 1 PM and 4 PM to 9 PM for Darshan.

Morning - 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Evening - 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Story of Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple

According to Kanda Puranam, Surpadam was killed by lord Murugan.

As per Hindu legend, the demon king Surapadam once obtained boons from the god Shiva after performing severe penance and started rul…

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Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple – History, Timings, Puja Details

Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple is one of the most popular temples in Kerala, located in Chottanikkara near Kochi. The temple is managed by the administration of Cochin Devaswom Board.

The Divine Mother Goddess is worshipped here in three forms, in the morning as Saraswathi decorated in white cloths, Lakshmi at noon draped in deep Red color and Durga in the evening in Blue cloths.

The Goddess Devi also called Raja Rajeswari or Adiparasakthi and the temple has long history.

Lord Sri Maha Vishnu, husband of Goddess Devi is also worshipped in this temple. So, the Deity is called with different names such as Ammenarayana, Devinarayana, Lakshminarayana and Bhadrenarayana.

The temple complex consists of other temples for Kizhukkavu (Keezhkkaavu bhagavathi), Shiva, Ganapathi (Ganesh), Sastha, Nagas. Brahma, Subrahmanya Swamy idols are there on the same pedestal in the main temple.

Thousands of pilgrims and devotees visits the templ…

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Malibu Hindu Temple

Malibu Hindu Temple is one of the oldest and most popular temples in the USA.

The temple is located in the city of Calabasas near Malibu, California and was built in 1981 by Hindu Temple Society of Southern California.

The temple was constructed in traditional South Indian architectural style.

The temple has two complexes, in the upper complex, Lord Balaji is worshiping as the main diety & in the lower complex, Lord Shiva is worshiping as the main deity.

It is one of the largest temples in America. Many Hindus celebrate their family member's or friend's marriages in the temple.

Important Festivals Makar Sankranthi Udadi Vinayaka Chavithi Skanda Sashti Vaikunta Ekadashi Thiruvathirai Navratri Maha Shivaratri Vijaya Dashami Tholi Ekadashi Sri Rama Navami Hanuman Jayanthi Sri Krishna Janmashtami Kathiri Veyil Akshaya Tritiya Deepawali Temple Sevas & Prices Name of the service In the temple Outside service [Weekdays] Outside servic…

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Manakamana Temple, Nepal – Story, History, Timings, Cable Car Details

One of the major pilgrimage destinations among the Indian Hindus and Nepali people, Manakamana Temple is situated in the small hill town of Mankamana in Gorkha District, Nepal.

The highly sacred place is dedicated to Goddess Bhagawati, an incarnation of Parvati. It is a belief of the people that the Goddess fulfills all the wishes who worship her with a pure heart.

Most travelers find the place more interesting as it is surrounded by nature’s beauty.

Manakamana Temple Facts Deity Goddess Bhagwati Country Nepal Province/State Gandaki District Gorkha Nearest Airport Bharatpur Temple Timings 6 AM to 12 PM & 2 PM to 9 PM Popular Festivals Durga Ashtami, Dashain, Navratri, Nagpanchami Cable Car Timings 8 AM to 6:30 PM

Temple Timings Timings From To Morning 6 AM 12 PM Evening 2 PM 6:30 PM

*During Saturdays and festival days temple timings may vary.

Manakamana Temple History & Story

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Sri Maha Kaleshwar Mandir, Santa Clara

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