Kurudumale Temple History

Kurudumale was derived from Tamil Word “Koodu Malai” which means ‘meeting hill’.  It is believed that gods chose this place for their recreation. From the legend, it is believed that Lord Siva, Vishnu and Brahma installed and offered prayers to the deity Ganapathi. Hence the place got the name Kudumale.  It is said that Lord Rama offered prayers here while he was searching for Sita. It is also said that Pandavas offered prayers here before the final battle.

The main deity was carved on a single rock which is 13.5 ft height. This Salagrama Sila stands on a pedestal of 3 feet. It is said that this Idol grows year by year. From the inscriptions, it is known that this temple was built during the reign of Vijayanagara dynasty. There are inscriptions which date to 13th Century of the Hoysala king Veera III. Temple tank is located on the North-East corner to the temple. Inscriptions on the temple walls were written in Tamil.

It is said that half of the temple was built by the great sculptor Jakkanacharya and remaining by his son Dakkanacharya. Annual 5 days will be celebrated in a grand during Vinayaka Chavithi. Rathotsavam and Pushpa Pallaki Seva attracts devotees from nearby places. Thousands of devotees throng this temple during festival days.

Kurudumale Temple Timings :

Morning Hours: 6:00 am – 12:00 pm

Evening Hours: 12:30 pm – 8:00 pm

30 mins break in between.

How to reach Kurudumale Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Bengaluru which is 105 km away from Mulbagal.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Kolar which is 39 km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Mulbagal bus station to Kurudumale Temple, which is 8 km away.

From the devotee

For Bus Travellers: Last bus Timings from Kurudumale to Mulbagal is 8:00 PM but don’t attempt to go by the last bus

Kurudumale Temple images

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Avani Temple History

Legend dates back to Treta Yuga, It is said that Sita Devi stayed on this hill at Valmiki Ashram after her exile from the Kingdom. Sita Devi gave birth to the twin children, Lava and Kusha on top of this hill. Bloodstains and footprints of Goddess Sita is still visible. The room where Sita Devi gave birth is still available. Temple is 14 km from Mulbagal.

Jambavantha Temple is also seen here. Legend dates back to Dwapara Yuga when Lord Krishan fought with Jambavantha to procure Samanthaka mani. It is said that the war happened here in this village. Jambavantha, who lost the battle, offered the diamond and requested Lord Krishna to marry Jambavathi, Daughter of Jambavantha. Rama, Bharatha, Lakshmana and Shatrugna installed Siva Lingas to get rid of their sin in raging a war on children (Lava and Kusha).

Goddess Parvathi appeared in the dreams of Adi Sankaracharya and ordered Sankarcharaya to install Sita Devi statue next to her. Adi Sankaracharya completed the ordered as instructed. Hence the shrine popular by the name Sita Parvati Temple.

Temples for Rama Lingeswara, Bharatha, Lakshman and Shatrugna were built during the reign of Nolamba dynasty of 10th Century AD. Later this temple was renovated during the reign of Vijayanagara dynasty.

How to reach Avani Temple from Mulbagal?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Bengaluru which is 98 km away

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Kolar which is 27 km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available is from Bengaluru, Kolar, Tirupati, Chittoor, Palamner to Mulbagal.
2. The direct bus is available from Mulbagal bus station to Avani. It takes 30 mins by bus to the temple.

Avani Temple Images

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Mulbagal Anjaneya Swamy History

As per the Legend, During Dwapara Yuga, After final Mahabharata war, Arjuna, One of the Pandava’s said to have installed Anjaneya Swamy at this place. After the war, Arjuna went on a pilgrimage and established the Anjaneya Imaged flag here (flag hoisted the chariot during the war). Hence the place called by Shathaka Vatipuri.

It is said that Sage Vasishta had installed the idols Sri Venkateswara, Padmavati Devi, Rama, Sita and Lakshmana in this temple. Temple is of 5000 years old.

Mulbagal Anjaneya Swamy Temple Timings : 6:00 am – 8:00 pm

Interesting places near to this Temple

1. Narasimha Theertham – Temple is located on the by-pass road which is 1 km away.
2. Someswara Temple – Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. Temple is 1 km from the bus station
3. Avani – Lord Siva Temple which is 30 mins from Mulabagal
4. Avani Betta – Lava and Kusa were born to Goddess Sita Devi on this hill. Bloodstains and footprints are still visible.
5. Sri Virupaksheswara Swamy Temple – 3 km from Mulbagal Bus station
6. Subramanyeswara Swamy Temple – Temple is located on the hill which is 1.5 km away
7. Vittala Narayana Swamy Temple – Temple is located on the way to the hill from Bus station which is 1 km away.
8. Maha Ganapathi Temple, Kuradamale – Temple is 17 km from Mulbagal.
9. Koti Lingeswara Swamy Temple – Temple is 26 km from Mulbagal. One crore Lingas are installed at this temple.

How to reach Mulbagal Anjaneya Swamy Temple

By Air

1. The nearest international airport is at Bengaluru which is 98 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Kolar which is 31 km away.

By Road

1. Temple is right next to Bus station. The direct bus is available from Bengaluru, Kolar, Tirupati.

Mulbagal Anjaneya Swamy Temple

Reference Link: History

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