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| Location : |
120 Kms from Mangalore, Karnataka |
| Significance |
Lord Kartikeya who is worshipped in the form of a cobra |
| Attraction : |
Adi Subramanya, Kashikatte, Biladwara |
| Languages |
Kannada, Hindi, English |
| Nearest Rail-head |
Mangalore (120 Kms) |
| Nearest Airport |
Mangalore |
| Roads |
Mangalore (120 KMs), Dharmstala(72 km) |
| Hotels/Resorts |
Recommended for stay @ KUKKE SUBRAMANYA |
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Kukke Subramanya is on the bank of river Dhara. According to Hindu Mythology Lord Kumaraswamy came to this place after killing the demon rulers Taraka, Shoorapadmasura and others in a war; and Lord washed his Shakti Ayudha (a battle-axe in the shape of a bayonet) in this river. From this onwards the river is famous as Kumaradhara. After his battle with the demons Lord Kumaraswamy came to the top of Kumara Parvatha along with his brothers Lord Ganesha, Veerabahu and other aides. He was received by Lord Indra along with other Gods; pleased by the success of the war Indra prayed the Lord to be kind enough to marry his daughter Devasena.
This was agreed upon courteously and the marriage took place on the banks of Kumaradhara on 'Margashira Shudda Shashti'. Lord Kumaraswamy also gave darshan to Vasuki the head of nagas, who was making a penance here. Vasuki prayed to the Lord to stay along with him permanently at this place and the Lord with the boon.
From that time it is believed that the Lord has made his spiritual presence in this shrine along with his wife Devasena and Vasuki. Every year a famous car festival is being held here on 'Margashira Shuddha Shashti' with special poojas to the Lord.
Adi Subramanya :
At about a furlong from the main temple there is the temple of Adi Subramanya. There is a great Valmiki (ant-hill) in Sanctuary. This is open from 6 am to 6 p.m. There is a Sanaghatta also.
Kashikatte :
This is about three furlong from the temple on the main entrance to the Kshetra. Anjaneya and Vigneshwara shrines are installed in this place.
Biladwara :
A cave at about four furlong from the temple by the side of the main road. According to Hindu mythology during the olden days Vasuki, the serpent God, was taking shelter and protection from Garuda in this cave and was making penance. The cave is about 10 meters in length. There is an entrance and an exit. One can go into the cave by leaving his chappals outside it.
Mathsya Thirtha :
A Ghat where pilgrims can take bath in the river Kumaradhara.
Panchami Thirtha :
Another Ghat on the banks of Kumaradhara. There is one Somanatha temple and the Brindavanas of Swamiji's of Subramanya Mutt are found here.
Kumaraparvatha :
One of the highest peaks in the western Ghats. Its height is about 4,000 feet from the sea level. For those who are in mountaineering this is a beautiful spot to visit. Guides are available to take the interested devotees up to the hills.
Vanadurga Devi Temple :
A temple managed by the Sri Subramanya Mutt, it is situated at about 1 km from the main temple by the side of the road.
ACCOMODATION
All rooms & lodges are run by the temple trust, cloak room service is also extended to the tourist at the office. Availability of the accommodation depends upon on the season of visit.
