Unlike most Shiva temples where Nandi, Lord Shiva’s loyal attendant, faces the Shivalinga inside the sanctum, here, Nandi gazes upon the Arunachala Hill, recognizing it as the embodiment of Shiva.
According to religious beliefs, Nandi is the vehicle of Lord Shiva and a symbol of devotion and whoever whispers their wish or prayer in Nandi's ears, it will be fulfilled. Lyricist Manoj ...
On this day, images or paintings of Lord Ganesh, Batuka Bhairav and Lord Shiva or Mahadeb is drawn on every door of the house. Some people also draw a painting of Nandi, Lord Shiva’s vehicle on the ...
A Nandi Mandapam exists opposite to the sanctum ... “This is the only temple with Lord Shiva in human form across the south. The ASI is of no help, We are planning to file a case against ASI ...
The Bhasma Aarti is a special morning ritual in which ash is offered to Lord Shiva. It draws thousands of devotees who gather to witness the ... north and east of the sanctum sanctorum. To the south ...