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St Anne's Church in Virajpet in Coorg

St Anne’s Church in Virajpet in Coorg St. Anne’s Church: God: St. Anne’s Church: is in Virajpet Town, Kodagu You must visit St. Anne’s Church to see the beautiful European and Gothic style architecture under the direction of Father Gullivan. This church was constructed in 1792. Virajpet is a secular place, and the existence of this church and people’s devotion prove it. It is surrounded by vast paddy fields on one side and the majestic Malethirke Hill in the background. This church is also a symbol of Coorg’s secular tradition. In the year 1811 it was brought down and rebuilt in the year 1868 with a huge spacious structure. The roof is made of copper with decorated interiors and statues from the Bible. The steeple is 180 Feet which resembles a giant candle. Pooja Timings: Jatra/Festival Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately)   /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_5 { height:375px; width:600px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_5.display { display: table-cell; } #huge_it_loading_image_5.nodisplay { display: none; } #huge_it_loading_image_5 img { margin: auto 0; width: 20% !important; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_5 { height:375px; width:600px; max-width: calc(100% – 0px); position:relative; display: block; text-align: center; /*HEIGHT FROM HEADER.PHP*/ clear:both; float:none; margin:0px auto; border-style: solid; border-left: 0 !important; border-right: 0 !important; opacity:0 } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_5.display { width: 100%; height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_5.display { display: block; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_5.nodisplay { opacity: 0; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_5 * { box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_5 { width: 100%; height: 100%; max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_5{ height:375px; width:600px; max-width: 100%; } #huge_it_slideshow_left_5, #huge_it_slideshow_right_5 { cursor: pointer; display:none; height: 100%; outline: medium none; position: absolute; z-index: 13; margin-top: 0 !important; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); } #huge_it_slideshow_left-ico_5, #huge_it_slideshow_right-ico_5 { z-index: 13; -moz-box-sizing: content-box; box-sizing: content-box; cursor: pointer; display: table; left: -9999px; line-height: 0; […]

Yemmemadu Dargah Sharif in Coorg

Yemmemadu Dargah Sharif in Coorg

Yemmemadu Dargah Sharif in Coorg Yemmemadu Dargah Sharief: God: Yemmemadu Dargah Sharief: is in Napoklu, Madikeri Talku, Kodagu,. the Holy Tomb, of Yemmemadu is one of the most sacred shrines for Muslims in Kodagu district. It is the ‘Dargah’ or the tomb of Hazrath Sufi Shaeed and Sayyed Hassan Sakaf Halramir who came from Persia and devoted their life to the service and upliftment of the poor and downtrodden. Sufi Shaeed came to Yemmemadu around 366 years ago to give religious discourses and to help the poor. He soon attracted people of all faiths due to his views and practices. People belonging to various faiths visited the place ever since. Every year ‘Urus’ or ‘Urs’ is held here for eight days in their remembrance where devotees gather in large numbers. About three to four lakh devotees cutting across caste, creed, and religion visit this sacred shrine. The number of people visiting Yemmemadu Darga Sharief, mostly from Karnataka and kerala State, has increased of late. Pooja Timings: Jatra/Festival Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately)   /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_21 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_21.display { display: table-cell; } #huge_it_loading_image_21.nodisplay { display: none; } #huge_it_loading_image_21 img { margin: auto 0; width: 20% !important; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_21 { height:381px; width:572px; max-width: calc(100% – 0px); position:relative; display: block; text-align: center; /*HEIGHT FROM HEADER.PHP*/ clear:both; float:none; margin:0px auto; border-style: solid; border-left: 0 !important; border-right: 0 !important; opacity:0 } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_21.display { width: 100%; height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_21.display { display: block; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_21.nodisplay { opacity: 0; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_21 * { box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_21 { width: 100%; height: 100%; max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_21{ height:381px; width:572px; max-width: 100%; } #huge_it_slideshow_left_21, #huge_it_slideshow_right_21 { cursor: pointer; display:none; height: 100%; outline: […]

Sri Ramakrishna Sharadashrama Ponnampet, Coorg

Sri Ramakrishna Sharadashrama Ponnampet, Coorg

Sri Ramakrishna Sharadashrama Ponnampet, Coorg Sri Ramakrishna Sharadashrama, Ponnampet: Sri Ramakrishna Sharadashrama, Ponnampet: Sri Ramakrishna Sharadashrama, in Kodagu District of Karnataka, set amidst nature’s lap, in the lush, green and serene surroundings of Ponnampet, has been a source of spiritual succour and social reform, ever since its inception in the year 1927. The Ashram, which has been sanctified by the presence of one of India’s greatest souls, Mahatma Gandhiji, in the year 1934, and Acharya Vinobha Bhave in the year 1957, amongst a host of other luminaries down the years, is a perfect example of social upliftment being achieved with spiritual, moral and ethical virtues at its core, as envisioned by Swami Vivekananda, the torch bearer of Sri Ramakrishna’s spiritual renaissance movement. Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately) /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_20 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_20.display { display: table-cell; } #huge_it_loading_image_20.nodisplay { display: none; } #huge_it_loading_image_20 img { margin: auto 0; width: 20% !important; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_20 { height:381px; width:572px; max-width: calc(100% – 0px); position:relative; display: block; text-align: center; /*HEIGHT FROM HEADER.PHP*/ clear:both; float:none; margin:0px auto; border-style: solid; border-left: 0 !important; border-right: 0 !important; opacity:0 } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_20.display { width: 100%; height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_20.display { display: block; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_20.nodisplay { opacity: 0; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_20 * { box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_20 { width: 100%; height: 100%; max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_20{ height:381px; width:572px; max-width: 100%; } #huge_it_slideshow_left_20, #huge_it_slideshow_right_20 { cursor: pointer; display:none; height: 100%; outline: medium none; position: absolute; z-index: 13; margin-top: 0 !important; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); } #huge_it_slideshow_left-ico_20, #huge_it_slideshow_right-ico_20 { z-index: 13; -moz-box-sizing: content-box; box-sizing: content-box; cursor: pointer; display: table; left: -9999px; line-height: 0; margin-top: -15px; position: absolute; top: 50%; /*z-index: 10135;*/ } #huge_it_slideshow_left-ico_20:hover, #huge_it_slideshow_right-ico_20:hover { cursor: pointer; } […]

Mrityunjaya Shiiva Temple in Coorg

Mrityunjaya Shiiva Temple in Coorg

Mrityunjaya Shiva Temple in Coorg Mruthyunjaya temple: God: Lord Shiva Mruthyunjaya temple: is in Birunani, Virajpet Talku, Kodagu. the only one in Karnataka is located at Marenad, Badagarakeri village in Kodagu district. The temple is about 51 Kms from virajpet, you need to drive through the narrow pothole ridden roads to reach the place. But for the roads, the drive is a pleasant experience as you wade through the coffee and tea plantations surrounded by lush green forests. The temple is locatedin a calm and serene spot away from noise and pollution. Pooja Timings: Jatra/Festival Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately) http://www.interserver-coupons.com #embed-map-display .text-marker{max-width:none!important;background:none!important;}img{max-width:none}

Irupu Rameshwara Temple in Coorg

Irupu Rameshwara Temple in Coorg

Irupu Rameshwara Temple in Coorg Irpu Rameshwara Temple: God: Irpu Rameshwara Temple:  is in Srimangala, Virajpet Talku, Kodagu,. This is a Ishwara temple but known as Irpu Rameshwara Temple built by Lord Rama and the Shiva Linga was consecrated by the Lord himself. Before you take a dip in the Lakshmana Teertha it is customary to pay your respect first at the Shiva temple. The Temple has circular garbagriha and a low shikhara built in Kerala style. There are also shrines of Gandharva, Bhairava, Mahadeva, Ganapati and Parvathi. There is a Ashoka tree in the front which recalls Sita’s captivity. During Shivaratri huge number of people visit the temple. Pooja Timings: Jatra/Festival Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately) /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_18 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_18.display { display: table-cell; } #huge_it_loading_image_18.nodisplay { display: none; } #huge_it_loading_image_18 img { margin: auto 0; width: 20% !important; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_18 { height:381px; width:572px; max-width: calc(100% – 0px); position:relative; display: block; text-align: center; /*HEIGHT FROM HEADER.PHP*/ clear:both; float:none; margin:0px auto; border-style: solid; border-left: 0 !important; border-right: 0 !important; opacity:0 } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_18.display { width: 100%; height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_18.display { display: block; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_18.nodisplay { opacity: 0; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_18 * { box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_18 { width: 100%; height: 100%; max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap1_18{ height:381px; width:572px; max-width: 100%; } #huge_it_slideshow_left_18, #huge_it_slideshow_right_18 { cursor: pointer; display:none; height: 100%; outline: medium none; position: absolute; z-index: 13; margin-top: 0 !important; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); } #huge_it_slideshow_left-ico_18, #huge_it_slideshow_right-ico_18 { z-index: 13; -moz-box-sizing: content-box; box-sizing: content-box; cursor: pointer; display: table; left: -9999px; line-height: 0; margin-top: -15px; position: absolute; top: 50%; /*z-index: 10135;*/ } #huge_it_slideshow_left-ico_18:hover, #huge_it_slideshow_right-ico_18:hover { cursor: pointer; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_container_18 { display: table; position: relative; top:0; left:0; text-align: center; […]

Padi Sri Igguthappa Temple in Coorg

Padi Sri Igguthappa Temple in Coorg

Padi Sri Igguthappa Temple in Coorg Paadi Igguthappa Temple: God: Paadi Igguthappa Temple: is in Kakkabe, Madikeri Talku, Kodagu,. The temple was built in 1810 by Linga Rajendra . Kodagu’s Paadi Igguthappa temple became a prominent place of worship during King Lingarajendra’s reign. The temple, located atop a hill in a forested area in Kakkabe, has been in existence since 1153. In 1835, the year after Linga Rajendra’s son Chikka Veerarajendra was deposed by the British, Dewan Apparanda Bopu took it on himself to renovate the temple. The structure was reconstructed and was fitted with tiles replacing the earlier thatched roof. The temple once again went through reconstruction in 2008. Descendants of Apparanda Bopu along with other devotees have provided silver cladding for the entrance door. Paadi Igguthappa is an important deity for the people of Kodagu. He is considered a provider of bounty and one who fulfills his devotee’s wishes. Iggu means grain and thappa means give. Puthari, the harvest festival in Kodagu, is normally celebrated 90 days after Onam. Every year, paddy is first harvested in fields belonging to Lord Igguthappa. People of Kodagu celebrate the festival the following day. An annual prayer festival is held at the Padi Iguthappa Temple in March. Pooja Timings: Temple Timings – 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM and Evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Abhisheka – 5:45 AM to 6:45 AM Mahapooja – 12:30 PM Mahamangalarathi – 7:00 PM Thulabhara Sevas on every wednesdays and saturdays Jatra/Festival 1 Hosa Akki Neivedya January 2 Kumbha Maasa Annual Festival March 3 Simha Maasa Pooja August 4 Paradanda Pooja October 5 Huttari Festival December 6 Shashti Festival December Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately)   /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_17 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; […]

Omkareshwara Temple in Madikeri Coorg

Omkareshwara Temple in Madikeri Coorg

Omkareshwara Temple in Madikeri Coorg Omkareshwara Temple: God: Lord Shiva Omkareshwara Temple: is in Madikeri City, Kodagu,.  (Hours: 6:30 am to 1 pm & 5pm-8pm) This temple is dedicated to Shiva, and was built by Lingarajendra in 1820. It is a mix of Gothic and Islamic styles. There is a tank in front of the temple. There is a footpath leading to a small “Mantap”. The surrounding place is abode with peace. There is a story behind building of this temple. It is said Lingarajendra killed an honest and pious Brahmin to fulfill his political ambitions. That Brahmin became a “Brahmarakshasa” and started teasing the king with troubles. It left the king only when the king brought a “Shivalinga” from Kashi and installed it after building a temple. The shivalinga was named as “Omkareshwara” and regular rituals were performed. The bars of the windows of the temple were made of “Panchaloha” and an alphabet “lim” has been placed in between the bars. Four minars have been built on four corners of the temple and the central minar is like a globe, which anybody can see. Pooja Timings: Abhisheka – 6:30 AM to 6:45 AM Ganga Pooja – 7:00 AM Maha Pooja – 12:00 noon Temple remain closed till 5:00 in the evening Maha Pooja – 8:00 PM Every Full moon day – Mass Sathyanarayana Pooja Every 1st Tuesday of the month – Mass Ganahoma at Kote Ganapathi temple Jatra/Festival 1 Maha Shivaratri February or March 2 Chandramana/Souramana Ugadi April 3 Ganesha Chaturthi August/September 4 Sri Subrahmanya Shashti, Teppotsava/Huttari Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 0-1 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately)   /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_16 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_16.display { display: table-cell; } #huge_it_loading_image_16.nodisplay { display: none; } #huge_it_loading_image_16 img […]

Bhagamandala and Talacauvery

Bhagamandala and Talacauvery

Bhagamandala and Talacauvery Bhagamandala and Talacauvery: God: Bhagamandala: Bhagundeshwara (Lord Shiva)         Talacauvery: Kavery Bhagamandala and Talacauvery: is in Madikeri Talku, Kodagu,. The Triveni Sangama is formed here by the convergence of three rivers, Kaveri, Sujyothi and Kanike. For taking a dip at the Sangama permission from the temple authorities is required. This is a pilgrimage center of Coorg. This is a place, where Kannika and Sujyothi, the two tributaries to Cauvery join. This is known as “Triveni Sangama”. Near to this sangama, there are four temples, where Eshwara, Subramanya, Vishnu and Ganapathi are installed. This is also known as “Bhagundeshwara Kshetra”. The pilgrims before going to Talakaveri take a dip in the sangama and perform “Karmas” (rituals) to their ancestors. (Known as “pindapradhana”). During the Cauvery festival and Tula Sankramana, tourists and pilgrims will assemble here in large numbers. Pooja Timings: Sri Bhagandeshwara Temple Abhisheka – 6:30 AM – 7:00 AM Rudrabhisheka – 8:15 AM – 9:30 AM Mahamangalarathi – 11:45 – 12:30 PM Temple remain closed from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Ganapathi Pooja – 7:15 PM Mahamangalarathi – 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Every Fullmoon day – Samuhika Sathyanarayana Pooja Every Chaturthi – Ganahoma Talacauvery Temple Temple Timings – 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Abhisheka – 7:00 AM Mahamangalarathi – 5:45 PM No Entry to devotees from 6.00 PM to 6.00 AM Jatra/Festival 1.  Mahashivaratri Festival at Sri Bhagandeshwara Temple February or March 2.  3 day Annual Festival at Sri Bhagandeshwara Temple April 3.  Talacauvery Annual Festival May 4.  Talacauvery Tula Sankramana Festival (Teerthodbhava) On October 17th 5.  Sri Subrahmanya Shashti / Huttari December Timings: Opening: , Closing: Distance: From Madikeri 45-50 How to Reach: Duration of Visit: 1 hour (approximately)   /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_15 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_15.display { display: […]

Kakkada Padinet festival in Coorg

Kakkada Padinet festival in Coorg

Kakkada Padinet festival in Coorg Kakkada Padhinett-(Ashaada 18th): Ashaada Kakkada Padhinett-(Ashaada 18th): On the 18th day of “Kakkada” month, “maddhu soppu” a wild herb’s leaves are said to contain 18 varieties of herbal medicine as the plants emit a sweet aroma only on that day. Maddhu soppu is plucked and boiled in water to get the aromatic juice which will be in dark violet colour. Cakes and sweet porridge is prepared from this juice and consumed. Kakkada is a month in the Kodava calendar falling between July 17th and August 16th during the monsoon season amid heavy downpour, biting cold and dark cloud cover. Kakkada is nothing but Ashada of the Kannadigas, Aati of the Tulvas and Aadi of the Tamils. The 18th day of Kakkada month is celebrated as the festival pertaining to Ayurvedic herbs. Kakkada month in Kodava calendar in Coorg, is one considered of the significant and auspicious days. aati soppu, kakkada paayasa. On the 18th day of kakkada, a sweet dish is prepared using the juice of a particular variety of plant called ‘maddh thopp’ which yields a dark purple juice when crushed. The juice is darkest during ‘kakkada’, indicating that its medicinal value is at its height. The dish is called ‘maddh kool’. It is believed that the plant has 18 kinds of medicinal values on the 18th day of ‘kakkada’. It is a tradition for every household to make ‘maddh kool’ on the 18th day of ‘kakkada’. /******/ #huge_it_loading_image_14 { height:381px; width:572px; display: table-cell; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; } #huge_it_loading_image_14.display { display: table-cell; } #huge_it_loading_image_14.nodisplay { display: none; } #huge_it_loading_image_14 img { margin: auto 0; width: 20% !important; } .huge_it_slideshow_image_wrap_14 { height:381px; width:572px; max-width: calc(100% – 0px); position:relative; display: block; text-align: center; /*HEIGHT FROM HEADER.PHP*/ clear:both; float:none; margin:0px auto; border-style: solid; border-left: 0 !important; […]

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