Place : Mysore (Karnataka)
Part of the Body Fallen : Hair
Name of Shakti : Chamundeshwari Devi
Description :
The Chamundi temple has always been patronised by the rulers of Mysore. In 1659 Dodda Devaraja Wodeyar built 1,000 steps and big Nandi, Lord #Shiva’s Bull. This gigantic Nandi is likely one of the largest within India, 16 ft. (4.8 meters) tall in the front and 25 ft. (7.5 meters) in length. The magnificent pendent bells around its neckline are exquisite. Nandi as well as the temple beside it can be found at the 700th step of the Chamundi Hill.
Mysore was ruled by the demon-king #Mahishasura, he was a buffalo-headed monster. For this reason, came the name of this place – Mahishuru, the town of demon Mahisha. Hearing to the prayers of Gods and Goddess to save them from the monster, Goddess Parvathi, (consort of Lord Siva), took birth as Chamundeshwari and killed the monster. After killing the demon, the Goddess resided atop the Chamundi Hills, where she is worshiped with reverence and devotion. The goddess is also called Mahishasura Mardini meaning She who slew Mahishasura.
About the Temple :
Location: Chamundeshwari Temple, Chamundi Hill, Mysuru, Karnataka 570010
Country:India
Nearest Airport: Mysore airport(MYQ)
Built-In: 12th century
Built-By: the Rulers of the Hoysala Dynasty
Deity: Chamundeshwari
Architectural Styles:Dravidian
Festivals: Navaratri
Temple Timings:7:30am–2pm, 3:30–6pm, 7:30–9pm
Best Time To Visit: October to February