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Thursday 5 June 2014

Siddapur Attractions

Shri Rameshwara Temple Itagi,Siddapur

Shri Rameshwara Temple Situated in Itagi Siddapur taluk, on of the oldest temple in Siddapur Taluk of Uttara Kannada District.It is located on Lambapur road 18km from siddapur City.
Shri Ramesvara Temple Itagi has historical background, eventhough it is oldest temple it is less exposed to outsiders,Daily hundreds of divotess visits here.
Every year Itagi Jatra will be held on the same place and it will be organized by Temple Commitee.
Shri Rameshvara Temple Itagi was built by Bilgi kings (1588 AD), Bilgi kings appointed 8 priests to perform daily worship.The main attraction of this temple is you can find the kannada script very after main entrance, It is believed that bilgi kings were ruled this region they inscribed this.nearby you can find Shanmuga(Subrahmanya),Vittala idols.
A unique pooja(Bali puja) will be performed 3 times in a day with panchakhadya,bilva patra and paddy,you won't be able to find any other temple in india.Itagi is attracting divotees everyday from its greenery,unique traditions,histoy.


Distance from  Rameswara Temple,Itagi
Siddapur:18km
Sirsi :54 km

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Pallavi Hegde,Honnemadake,Itagi
http://vijaykarnataka.indiatimes.com/

Shri Shringeri Shankara Matt, Siddapur

Shri Shringeri Shankar Mutt, Siddapur (Uttar Kannada) is establishment in 1997 by the holy blessings of Sri Bharathi Teertha Mahaswamiji. . Beyond the bustle of the town lies this elegant and magnificent structure of Shankar a Math complex, Built on an elevated landscape this elegant and imposing structure has a magnificent entrance or Mahadwara. The religious gaiety and fervour with which the visitors come to this place is enhanced the moment they stand and stare at the Mahadwara and its architecture. The majestic statues of elephants on both sides welcome the visitors. Lord Ganesha on both sides welcomes the visitors. Lord Ganesh and Sharadamba idols of a variety of architectural elegance, housed in miniature temples on the arc of the entrance walls, make the visitors to bow down and pray with folded hands. The coloured fountain in the artificial lotus in front of the temples is a special attraction.

The ultimate destination of visitors in Shankar Math complex is the clustered three temples of Sri Sharadamba, Lord Ganesha and Sri Shankara. The natural features and man made structures here exert a magnetic quality captivating the visitors. The temple dedicated to Sharadamba, a popular form of the goddess Saraswati, is the principal destination for local and outside devotees. The Sharadamba statue is made of white marble and decorated with silver prabhavali of rare artistic acrograpy. Opposite to this temple is another temple adorned by Lord Ganesha who solves all the hurdles and problems of worshippers, Both of these temples have splendid shikharas. In the mid-far end, facing the temple entrance, is the Dhyana Mandir wherein Sri Shankaras statue, carved in snow white marble, is placed on a raised platform. It is as though Sri Shankara gracefully observing the devotees of the two deities - Sharadamba and Ganesh, The whole mandir is ever cool, calm and holy, with vibrant environment.


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Bilagi,Siddapur


Bilgi Situated in Siddapur Taluk of Uttarakannada district. A small historical village. bilgi Dynasty were ruled this village, you can find the many basdi's and Hindu temples.
The graceful Ratnatraya Basti was built by Bilagi chiefs The earliest inscription in the Basti dated to 1581 A.D. records the construction of the Ratnatraya Basti by Rangapparajodeya and the installation of the images of Neminatha, Parshwanatha and Vardhamana by his son Ghantendra – II at the instance of the Jaina saint Bhattakalanka.    Another inscription dated 1592 A.D. records the addition of ganhakuti which has the Shantisvara and also refers to the land grants made by Ghantendra – II.Bilagi kingdom spread from Gangavali River in Uttara Kannada district to Gangolli River in Udupi district. Since the rulers of Bilagi were both valiant and great admirers of Kannada language, a temple was built in dedication to Kannada Mate Bhuvaneshwari Devi. There is ample evidence to suggest that the temple was built in 1692 by Basavendra, the last ruler of Bilagi. Since the area is populated by people belonging to the Havyak community, the temple administration is taken care of by them.
Marikamba Temple is also one of the attractions of bilgi

You can find Gola Baavi  nearby a huge square shaped well sprawled on just few meters from Bilagi circle is a place of immense importance to Heritage lovers.

Virupaksha Temple which situated just interior part of the village. As per the inscription this temple is dated to 1570 A.D. by Queen Virambika. There is an inscription on the slab in the Virupaksha temple which records the construction of the temple along with Shikhara, Prakara, Mantapa, etc.There are images of Ganapati and Mahishmardini on either side of the entrance of the Garbhagriha. Apart from the big Nandimandapa, the Mukhamandapa has many impressive carvings in relief.

Virabadhra Temple- Kallapura
Virabadra Temple in a remote village called Kallapur, the temple built in later Chalukyan style. On plan, it has a Garbhagriha, and a Navaranga. The Navaranga has supported by 14 pillars and surrounded partially walls in its 3 sides. Inside the temple are placed a huge statue of lord Virabhadra. The place has a very tranquil and scenic setting, the surroundings of the temple have many sculptures and a vast tank situated just few steps away from the temple.Bhuvanagiri Also located with a few kms distance which we alredy explained in other page.

  
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Kondli,Siddapura.
Kondali Sri Marikamba Temple famous temple in Siddapura is situated at Haladakatta Siddapur and Kondli Sri Kalikamba Temple also situated neaby.
The famous Marikamba Jaathreheld on Maribail Kondli, commemorating the goddess Marikamba is held by the temple authorities once every 5 years. Nearly a lakh devotees from all parts of the country attend the fair, making it one of the biggest festivals in the siddapur region. Beside Bhuvanagiri Jatra, Basaveshwar Jatra held in Feb every year Shanishwar jatra held in March End of every Year, Dusara Festivals are some specials significance. kondli Ramasaptaha is old and famous festivals, this 7 years on time big festivals in kondli.


Shri Shaneshvara Temple,Bedkani,Siddapur



Bedkani is a small village in Siddapur taluk in Uttara Kannada district. It is mentioned Bedkuni in inscription near the Hanuman/Maruti temple of 1437 CE. The only interesting structure is the veergal shed located outside the village. It has remains of a fort and its moat (kani). There are many modern temples dedicated to Shani, Hanuman, Shiva, Rama etc. The Shani temple appears to be locally popular as the annual jatra(teru) is held during April and it is one of the biggest in the taluk.


Attractions of Siddapur,Uttara Kannada
Sri Mahaganapati Temple Tarai
Kondli Sri Marikamba Temple
Sri Ganesha temple Heroor,
Sri Shaneshwar and Hanuman Temple Bedkani (5 km from Siddapur),
Sri Bhuvaneshwari Temple Bhuvanagiri
Rameshwara Temple,Itagi Sidapur
Bilgi,Siddapur Temples.
Mogegar Ganapati Temple

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