Who built Kopeshwar temple at Khidrapur?
Kopeshwar Temple was built by Shilahara King Gandaraditya in the 12th century by Shilahara kings Gandaraditya, Vijayaditya and Bhoj-2 between 1109 and 1178 AD and then by Seuna Yadavas. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple architecture closely resembles that of temples of Belur and Halebeedu.
How old is Khidrapur Temple?
around 1000 tears old
An old temple around 1000 tears old. It is excellent example of ancient architecture. Located about 60-65 km east from Kolhapur and 15 Kms from Narsobachi wadi.
Who destroyed Kopeshwar Temple?
A long war with the Pallava King Narsimha Verman led to the death of King Pulakeshi II and the destruction of all that he cherished. One such casualty was the half-constructed temple at Khidrapur. More than 600 years passed with different rulers.
Which God is in Kolhapur?
Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur
| Mahalakshmi temple of Kolhapur | |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Kolhapur |
| Deity | Mahalakshmi |
| Festivals | Kirnotsav, Rathotsav, Lalita Panchami, Navratri |
Is Kolhapur a Shakti Peeth?
The Mahalaxmi (also known as Ambabai) Temple situated in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India, is one of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas listed in skanda puran, and one of 52 Shaktipeeths according to various Puranas of Hinduism. Kolhapur Peeth is also known as Karvir Peeth or Shree Peetham.
Who is God Jyotiba wife?
He was born in the hands of Vimalmbuja, the wife of the sage Pougand, on Chaitra Shukla 6th panchang. Lord Jyotiba is the incarnation that destroyed Raktabhoj Rakshasa, and Ratnasur Rakshasa thus liberating the region from its tyranny.
Which part of Sati’s body fell at Vaishno Devi?
Goddess is worshipped as Devi Bhawani here. Sati’s right arm had fallen here. Located near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, this Shakti Peeth is dedicated to “Maa Varahi”.
Where are the 51 Shakti Peethas located?
List of 51 Shakti Peethas
| Sr. No. | Place | State in India/Country |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Bahula at Ketugram, 8 km from Katwa, Purba Bardhaman | West Bengal |
| 4 | Bakreshwar, on the banks of Paaphara river, 24 km distance from Siuri Town [a district headquarter], district Birbhum, 7 km from Dubrajpur Rly. Station | West Bengal |
Who is jyotiba God?
According to the legends Shree Jotiba was the incarnation (avatar) of Bramha, Vishnu, and Mahesh and part of sage Jamadgni’s anger, and the shine of 12 sun. The avatar Jotiba was taken to distroy the evil Ratnasur. Jyotiba helped Mahalakshmi in her fight with the demons.
How many steps are there in Jyotiba Temple?
Jyotiba temple is also known as Kedarnath. It is the kuldevata (God of the clan) of many Maharashtrian families. The Jyotiba Temple features 12 jyotirlingas. To reach the innermost sanctum where the deities are housed one has to cross 100 steps.
Why did Shiva cut his wife in 52 pieces?
Legends describe Sati as the favourite child of Daksha but she married Shiva against her father’s wishes. After Daksha humiliated her, Sati killed herself to protest against him, and uphold the honour of her husband. It is believed that parts of Sati’s corpse fell on fifty-one places and formed the Shakti Peethas.
Where did the 52 pieces of Sati fell?
Sati’s right arm had fallen here. Located near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, this Shakti Peeth is dedicated to “Maa Varahi”. Devi Sati’s lower teeth fell here. It is believed that the stomach of goddess Sati fell in Prabhas-Khetra, near Somnath Temple in Guajarat’s Junagarh district.
Where is the Kopeshwar temple in Khidrapur located?
Located on the banks of Krishna river and right on the border of Maharashtra and Karnataka, Kopeshwar temple at Khidrapur is a beautiful reminder of what our ancestors left back for us as cultural, religious and architectural heritage. I made a completely unplanned visit to the temple and came back impressed and inspired.
Which is the best temple in Kolhapur to visit?
The carvings at the Kopeshwar temple are some of the finest that you will see in the temples in this region and you can easily spend hours gazing at them. From depicting daily life to the lives of the Gods, the shilpakar has done full justice to stone as well as the theme of the temple.
What was the result of the Battle of Kopeshwar?
This battle brought rule of Kolhapur branch of Shilaharas to end. There are about a dozen inscriptions on the inside and outside of this temple, out of which only a couple of inscriptions are in good condition now. These inscriptions reveal names of few kings and their officers.
Where is the Daksha in the Virbhadra Temple?
Now, the Daksha’s place is in Kankhal in Haridwar, but people in Maharashtra believe it to be in Yadur village a few kilometers across the Krishna river. The Nandi there at the Virbhadra temple, it seems looks towards this temple. I missed visiting this temple, but probably next time.