🛕 Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud (Dakshina Kashi)

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:sparkles: Highlights
One of the most sacred Shiva temples in South India.
Known as Nanjundeshwara (“Lord who drank poison”).
Called Dakshina Kashi (Kashi of the South).
Huge mandapa, intricate stone sculptures, and a 9-storey gopuram.
Houses the famous emerald linga (Hakim Nanjundeshwara) gifted by Tipu Sultan.

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My Experience
This was actually my first destination on the trip, and honestly, it wasn’t on my bucket list. But as soon as I reached Nanjangud city, the temple immediately attracted me with its beauty and divine atmosphere.
Walking into the huge mandapa, admiring the sculptures, and breathing in the smell of flowers and sandalwood gave me a separate spiritual feeling.since I visited during a pooja holiday, the temple was very crowded. Even then, the festive energy made the experience memorable.
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Temple Timings
Tue–Sat: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Sundays & Mondays / Festivals: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM (continuous)
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Practical Information.
Parking: Spacious ground available (â‚ą50).
Entry Fee: Free.
Best Time: Early mornings for peaceful darshan.
Crowds: Heavy during Mahashivaratri, Dodda Jatre, and holidays.

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Travel Tip
Carry a small offering (flowers, sandalwood, or coconuts) from nearby stalls. Visiting early helps avoid rush and lets you witness the morning abhishekam in a calmer atmosphere.
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:round_pushpin: Location
Nanjangud town, ~25 km from Mysuru, Karnataka.
Situated on the banks of the Kabini River.
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Fantastic post @Roopesh :+1:
The photos are truly mind-blowing :+1:

I always have to walk back many steps to capture the full photo of the entrance of the temple.

Your first photo is impressive :+1:
All the information is useful.

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@Roopesh Absolutely amazing temple & history! :folded_hands: Srikanteshwara Temple in Nanjangud with its grand gopuram, spiritual vibes, and rich legends, truly a jewel. :sparkles:

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Outstanding @Roopesh
What a beautiful Temple.

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Thank you @NasimJ for your valuable comment.

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Thank you @_aviralagrawal for your support.

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Thank you @TusharSuradkar ji for your valuable comment.

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Nice post dear @Roopesh , for your lovely captured pics and details information about it…

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Thank you dear @mahatokoushik623

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Great post, @Roopesh. All the photos look fantastic.

You are absolutely right, it’s often the unplanned moments that turn out to be the most memorable, and Nanjundeshwara seems to be just that in your case.

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Thank you @Kumaarsantosh ji, for your valuable comment and guidance.

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That’s really amazing post @Roopesh the pictures you have clicked are literally awesome. :heart_eyes::tada:

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Thank you @Shaunak for your valuable comment.

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Fantastic post @Roopesh Srikanteshwara Temple is very beautiful

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Thank you dear @NilanjanBasu_India

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