Saturday, July 22, 2023

Someshwara Temple and Subrahmanya Swamy Temple, Halasuru, Bengaluru


Said to be the oldest temple of Bangalore is dedicated to Lord Shiva, probably 1250 years old. Different opinions exist about who built the temple (Cholas or Vijayanagara kingdom). Irrespective of who built, we are grateful to those who built this lovely temple.  



Halasu means a Jackfruit tree.... It is possible that the region was full of jackfruit trees that the town got this name 'Halasuru'. Modern world has adopted the meaningless name 'Ulsoor'.



Accompanied by Kamakshi Amma (one of the forms of Parvathi), Lord Shiva takes the name of Someshwara in this town. 


A large temple structure with a 48 pillar mandala carved out of granite, is a sight to behold. 





Modernisation has taken a toll on this vintage structure, with more cement and concrete visible.


The day we were granted permission by Lord to visit him was Pradosha and the devotees even though it was a working day.



Though Not visible from the main road, but very close to the Halasuru (Ulsoor) metro and Subrahmanya temple on Old Madras Road, this temple is easy to locate.


A large chariot mandapa  is however on the Old Madras road itself. 


If you are a Bangalorean and if you had not visited this temple, your stay in Bangalore is not complete. British PM Theresa May and Canadian PM paid visits to this temple.

       


 

 Subrahmanya Swamy Temple

Subrahmanya swamy temple in Halsuru is difficult to miss if you are passing by either in Old Madras Road or Namma Metro. 



A large temple pond and a 40 feet tall structure of Lord is visible even from the Metro compartments.

This temple is more than 800 years old and is very famous amongst the citizens. 



Lot of improvements are happening but downside risk is that the temple is losing its old sheen.




A must visit temple in Bangalore.




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