Kodandarama Temple, Hiremagalur, Karnataka

Kodandarama Temple, Hiremagalur, Karnataka

Kodandarama Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Hiremagalur, an outskirt of Chikkamagaluru City in Chikkamagaluru District, in the Indian state of Karnataka. The temple is a protected monument under the Karnataka state division of the Archaeological Survey of India.

Legends

Bhargavapuri:

As per legend,  the pride of Parasurama was subdued at Hiremagalur by Lord Rama. Parashurama requested Lord Rama to show him the scene of his (Lord Rama's) marriage. Hence, Mother Sita can be seen to the right side of Lord Rama and Lakshmana to his left side, as per the tradition in Hindu marriage ceremonies. As Parasurama (Bhargava) lived here, the place came to be called as Bhargavapuri.

Siddha Pushkarini:

As per legend, it is believed that nine siddhas performed penance near a pond in the village. This pond came to be called as Siddha Pushkarini.

History

The temple is said to have been constructed in three stages. The sanctum and Sukhanasi structures were built during Hoysala era. The navaranga was added in 14^th century CE and Mukha Mandapa was added in 16^th century CE. The projection of the vestibule appears to be added during 17^th  century CE.

The Temple

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2021/07/kodandarama-temple-hiremagalur-temple.html

Festivals

A yatra is held for one day during February–March each year.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 250 metres from Hiremagalur Bus Stop, 1 Km from Chikkamagaluru Railway Station, 4 Kms from Chikkamagaluru, 4 Kms from Chikkamagaluru Bus Stand, 23 Kms from Belur, 39 Kms from Kadur, 240 Kms from Bengaluru and 262 Kms from Bengaluru Airport. The temple is situated on the outskirts of Chikkamagaluru City on Chikkamagaluru to Belur route.

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