5 Shiva Temples In South India To Visit On Mahashivratri 2024 To Seek Mahakal’s Blessings

Mahashivratri is the holy night of the union of Goddess Parvati with Lord Shiva in the sacred bond of marriage. It is also believed that this night marks the union of the feminine and masculine energies of the universe. This holy festival is highly celebrated among Hindus all across the world.

If you are living in South India and want to make the most of this auspicious day, here are some Shiva temples in South India that you can visit with your family.

Kailasanathar Temple

If you are in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, you must visit the holy Kailasanathar Temple or Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple. This is the oldest temple in the city which boasts antique and capturing architecture. The temple was erected in the era of Rajasimha between 685 to 705 BC. This Shiva temple is a must-visit.

Annamalaiyar Temple

Situated in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, Annamalaiyar Temple is an auspicious Lord Shiva temple that caters to billions of devotees. It is known to be one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalas and the Shivling here is known as Agni Lingam. The temple is eleven floors high with breathtaking architecture.

Ramanathaswamy Temple

Located in the islands of Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, Ramanathaswamy Temple is a must-visit on Mahashivratri. This temple is home to one of the twelve Jyotirlinga existing in the whole world. The long corridors of this temple are known to be the longest in any Hindu Temple ever.

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Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple

Another temple where you can find one of the twelve Jyotirlinga is Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh. The Krishna River flows beside this holy temple of Lord Shiva. The temple where Lord Shiva is worshipped as Mallikarjuna is also one of the eighteen Shakti Peeth of Goddess Sati.

Srikalahasteeswara Temple

In Andhra Pradesh’s Srikalahasti lies Srikalahasteeswara Temple which is a sacred Shiva temple. This temple is known to be one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalam. This is also on the list of one of the best Shiva temples in the entire continent of Asia. The temple was built as early as the fifth century BC.

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(source: shrineyatra.com/thrilliophilia.com)