Ghati Subramanya Swamy Temple – Karnataka

Address

Ghati Subramanya Swamy Temple – Karnataka

S.S. Ghati, Doddaballapur Taluk,

Karnataka 561203

Moolavar

Subramanya Swamy

Amman

Valli and Devasena

Introduction

• The temple is over 1500 years old, attributed to the Sandur dynasty king Ghorpade.
• Lord Subramanya revealed the location of the self-manifested idols in the king’s dreams.
• Lord Subramanya, in a seven-hooded form, performed penance here and prayed to Lord Narasimha for protection from Garuda.
• The temple is believed to be the site where Lord Subramanya vanquished the demon Ghatikasura.

Beliefs:

• Devotees believe that childless couples who make vows at the temple will be blessed with children.
• Installation of snake idols is a common practice among devotees, with thousands of such idols seen near the temple.

Special Features:

• The temple’s pyramid-shaped gateway tower is an example of Dravidian architecture.
• Sculptures of various deities and mythological events adorn the tower.
• The sanctum houses two idols: Lord Subramanya facing east and Lord Narasimha facing west.
• A mirror is used to view both deities simultaneously.
• Lord Subramanya’s idol is made from a single stone.
• An anthill opposite the temple is a ritual site where devotees pour milk.

Festivals:

• Brahmarathotsava: A major festival celebrated with elaborate rituals and processions.
• Narasimha Jayanti: Celebrating the birth of Lord Narasimha with special ceremonies and devotion.
• The temple is a significant site for snake worship in Southern India.

Century/Period

1500 Years old

Nearest Bus Station

Ghati

Nearest Railway Station

Bangalore

Nearest Airport

Bangalore 

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