Following our team's search of old temples in Bengaluru , we recently visited the Kadu MalliKarjunaSwamy or Kadu Malleshwara temple in Malleshwaram which is about 4-5 kms from the city center.
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| Kaadu MallikarjunaSwamy temple , Entrance Gopura |
This temple is believed to be existing since 17th century and consecrated by the great Chatrapati Shivaji , the Maratha emperor's brother Venkoji . It follows the dravidian style of construction. Deity worshipped is Lord Shiva - in the form of Linga . Also referred as 'Malleshwara' - the layout during its formation is also named after this place as "Malleshwaram". As during the time of construction , the idol may be submerged in the dense forest area it is appended with 'Kadu' meaning forest in Kannada.
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| Kaadu MallikarjunaSwamy temple , Malleshwaram - Back entrance |
This is just adjacent to the busiest Malleshwaram market road and attracts many visitors . The temple has almost 3-4 entrances. The main entrance is at the other end of the main road , surrounded by a temple complex - Gangama , Nandhi Teertha and the Lakshmi Narasimha swamy temples.
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| Kaadu MallikarjunaSwamy temple , Inside the sanctum |
The main linga of Malleshwara seems to be old , while the other idols accompanying Ganesha , Parvathi , Subramanya seem to be recently consecrated. The main shrine entrance is fully coated with Brass material with beautiful designs. The stone pillars say a story on the age of this temple. The main linga is about a feet height and is one of the short linga we had come across.
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| Kaadu MallikarjunaSwamy temple , stairs |
Temple surroundings is well maintained , there is a beautiful park with lush green plants , flowers and trees with stone benches which attracts many love couples enjoying the shade and calmness of the spot !
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| Kaadu MallikarjunaSwamy temple - park inside |
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