We just observed Parasurama Jayanthi and Akshaya Trithiya yesterday (10th May 2024) . As it is well known, Lord Parashurama is the 6th incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He is called Parashurama, as he wields the Parashu or the axe. It has been written in the ancient texts that he created the Western coast of India … Continue reading Goa’s Connection to the Legend of Parashurama: Temples, History, and Archaeological Evidence ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Vishnu Temples
Kothandramar Temple, Dhanushkodi ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
(You may find some of my articles on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbZxazHJMbdiC7b5HlzrSug . Will be grateful if you subscribe) https://youtube.com/shorts/0CPxBt6lpqI?si=zxbLtsPAXGTBal34 In early 2021, we took a drive from Bangalore to Madurai. We traversed through Thripullani, Rameswaram, and then to Dhanushkodi. It was a beautiful day as we reached the southern tip if India. Just before … Continue reading Kothandramar Temple, Dhanushkodi ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
The Miracle of Kal Garudan at the Nachiyarkoil / Thirunarayur (Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu) @Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCTal2_Ynd4&t=43s Kumbakonam- a city that is bounded by two rivers, the Kaveri River to the north and Arasalar River to the south is located in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. Kumbakonam is known as a "Temple town" due to the prevalence of several temples here and is noted for its Mahamaham festival, which happens … Continue reading The Miracle of Kal Garudan at the Nachiyarkoil / Thirunarayur (Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu) @Sangeeta Venkatesh
Soumyanatha Swamy Temple, Nandalur (Pearls Across Pennar Series) #Day 2 #Part5 ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
After a beautiful darshan at Tallapaka, our next stop was at the Soumyanatha Swamy Temple at Nandalur which is a mere 15 minutes drive. The temple is situated near the Cheyyuru River ( a confluence of the Bahuda River and Punch River) in the Kadapa district. The presiding deity is Lord Balaji in the divine … Continue reading Soumyanatha Swamy Temple, Nandalur (Pearls Across Pennar Series) #Day 2 #Part5 ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swami at Devuni Kadapa & Temples at Pushpagiri (Pearls across Pennar Series) #Day 3 (Part 2) ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Devuni Kadapa is a part of Kadapa City and is also known as Patha Kadapa, meaning Old Kadapa. The name "Devuni Kadapa" is derived from the word gadapa, which means 'doorway' or threshhold'. The pilgrims who wanted to visit Tirumala. Tirupati had to first visit the Lakshmi Venkateswara Swami Temple in Devuni Kadapa, and hence the place got its name. It is … Continue reading Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swami at Devuni Kadapa & Temples at Pushpagiri (Pearls across Pennar Series) #Day 3 (Part 2) ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
The Aprameya Swamy Temple at Dodda Mallur ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Today is Guru Purnima (July 13th, 2022), the full moon that occurs in the Hindu month of ‘Ashada’. ‘Gu’ means darkness and ‘ru’ means one who removes the darkness; hence a Guru is a soul that helps in leading from darkness to light and I bow to all who have helped me do so. India … Continue reading The Aprameya Swamy Temple at Dodda Mallur ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Thondanur/ Tonnur Kere; Walking on spiritual soil ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
This was the first outbound trip after ‘lockdown’ and boy was I happy to hit the road. It was my husband’s birthday and we decided to do a day-trip from Bangalore. Amidst all the uncertainties that has been going on the world, I really wanted to visit a temple. Thondanur or Thonnur Kere as it … Continue reading Thondanur/ Tonnur Kere; Walking on spiritual soil ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Following the Krishna route: Stop 2- Dwaraka – the Gateway to Heaven ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
And other temples........................................ 104 kms; 2 hours 7 mins After a half day stay at Porbandar, we left on a 2-hour journey alongside the western coast of the country to reach Krishna’s land – Dwaraka- which literally means ‘Gateway to Heaven’. For the itinerary in Porbandar do click on the following link https://sojournwithsan.wordpress.com/2019/08/23/following-the-krishna-route-stop-1-porbandar/ A Panoramic … Continue reading Following the Krishna route: Stop 2- Dwaraka – the Gateway to Heaven ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
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