About the Temple:
Nanjangud is a sacred town in Mysuru, known for Srikanteshwara Swamy temple on the banks of river Kapila or Kabini. Nanjangud is referred as ‘Dakshina Kashi’ an abode of Lord Shiva in Southern India. The town attained holiness because of the Sangam of river Gundlu and Kapila. This spot is called ‘Parashurama Kshetra’ where Parashurama is believed to have had himself expiated for the sin of beheading his mother.
Nanjangud is inscribed in the holy Shiva Purana as Garalapuri. The demon Keshi on attaining boon from Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu, that they shall not be able kill Keshi, he began troubling the people. At the plea of devotees and sages, Lord Shiva appeared in Garalapuri (present Nanjangud) and killed the demon. Lord Shiva promised that a part of his divine self shall stay there and bless the humanity always. Lord Shiva assured that this place will be a remover of sins-“papa vinashini”, any person praying to Lord Nanjundeshwara after taking a holy dip in river Kabini will be rid of all sins and will be blessed.
About the Facility/Choultry:
1. Sri Girija Kalyana Mandira is present towards the left of the main temple. Sri Girija kalyana Mandira was built in the year 1987 for the benefit of the devotees who visit the temple. Essential facilities been provided for the convenience of the devotees in the rooms. The 28 normal rooms in the guest house have attached toilet and bath rooms, geyser, hot water for bathing, 24 hours hot water supply, kettle, pure drinking water facilities, etc. Mysore is around 22 kms from the facility.
Contact Number: 08221-226245
Email id: [email protected]
Google Map Link to Address: https://goo.gl/maps/QZLCPBjfCEtBVzof8
2. Dormitory is present 50 meters from the main temple. Dormitory building has been constructed in the year of 2002 for the benefit of the devotees who come to the temple. Essential facilities have been provided for the convenience of the devotees in the Dormitory. The dormitory has 32 rooms, all the rooms have attached toilet and bath rooms facility, geyser, hot water for bathing, kettle, and pure drinking water facility. Mats, pillow, bedsheets are provided in the rooms. Mysore is around 22 kms from the facility.
Contact Number: 08221-226245
Email id: [email protected]
Google Map Link to Address: https://goo.gl/maps/DY5h2CH7evjcZG248
Address: Sri Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjanagudu Town, Mysuru District, Karnataka - 571301
Phone: 08221-226245
Email: [email protected]
