Thursday, 8 December 2016

Thonta Siddalingeswara Temple, Yediyur, Karnataka..

Sri Thonta Siddalingeswara Temple, Yediyur, Karnataka..
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Yediyur was the home of a famous Veerashaiva spiritual teacher and author, Thontada Siddhalinga. His samadhi stands today in the Siddhalingeswara temple which is built in Dravidian style in 15th century. This temple has a Ratha (Procession car) with six stone wheels. A car festival takes place annually in March–April and lasts a fortnight.
This is a pilgrimage centre for Lord Shiva’s devotees.

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