Perched atop a rocky hill in Hosur, the Lord Chandra Choodeswarar Temple is a magnificent 11th-century spiritual sanctuary and a prominent landmark in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva worshipped as Chandra Choodeswarar, meaning "The Lord who wears the crescent moon on His head." Goddess Parvathi is worshipped alongside him as Maragathambal, the divine mother.

Locally revered across borders, the shrine is alternatively known as Chandira Choodeshwarar, Chandra Choodeshwara, Chandra Choodeshwar, Shri Choodeswarar, and Arulmigu Chandra Choodeshwarar.

Renowned for its traditional South Indian architecture, the structure features beautifully carved stone sculptures and intricate pillars depicting Hindu deities and legendary mythological scenes.

Its unique hilltop location offers breathtaking panoramic views of the growing city below, creating a perfect blend of profound spirituality, deep history, and raw natural beauty.

✨ Temple Quick Facts
Primary Deity	Lord Shiva as Chandra Choodeswarar & Goddess Maragathambal
District	Krishnagiri District
State	Tamil Nadu
Country	India
Official Language	Tamil
Regional Languages	Tamil, Kannada, Telugu
Pin Code	635109

Lingashtakam is one of the most famous stotras and bhajans dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Devotees recite this powerful prayer to seek blessings, knowledge, wisdom, protection, inner peace, liberation and spiritual growth.

Lord Shiva, also known as Rudra, is a major Hindu god and one aspect of Trimurti. Shiva, the destroyer is generally worshiped in the form of the sacred Shiva Lingam.

 

Lord Shiva is believed to be appeared in the form of a pillar of fire which has no Beginning or End.

The Lingashtakam extols the greatness of the Shiva Lingam - the symbol of Lord Shiva (Lord of the Universe).

Lingashtakam has 8 Slokas, hence they are called Ashtakam. 

Every verse of the revered Lingashtakam concludes with the same words "Tat pranamami sada Shivalingam," meaning "I forever bow to that Shiva Linga."

This Lingashtakam is a significant hymn in Shaivism, leading devotees towards a spiritually enriching life.

Listening to Lingashtakam during Maha Shivratri is widely considered highly auspicious.

Lord Dattatreya is considered the supreme guru or Adi Guru, the originator of spiritual wisdom.

Sri Datta Stavam is a revered hymn dedicated to Lord Dattatreya, a Hindu deity who is considered an incarnation of the Trimurti, consisting of:- Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva.

The act of prayer is deeply personal and can provide different spiritual experiences and benefits to individuals based on their beliefs, faith, and intentions.

Srisailam Temple, also known as Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Temple, is a famous Hindu temple located in Srisailam, Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh.

This famous temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Bhramaramba (Parvathi).

The temple is located on the banks of the Krishna River amidst the Nalmala Hills, which is part of the Srisailam Wildlife Sanctuary.

The Siva Vishnu Temple in the Madipakkam residential area in the south of Chennai is a small divine temple complex consisting of Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, Lord Vinayaka, Lord Hanuman, Lord Ayyappa, Navagraha's along with many other Gods.

This famous Siva Vishnu temple in the busy area of Madipakkam has a beautiful pond behind.

The Moola Virat is Omkareshwar and Goddess Amba emerged in the form of Maha Tripura Sundari Devi. Temple has ample space inside to sit, relax and meditate by chanting the name of Lord and feel the positive vibes inside the temple.

Shiva Mangalashtakam is a famous Lord Shiva Stotram recited at the end of Shiva Puja.

Rupala Sangameswara Temple present in Jagannatha Gattu is a popular hill temple present in Dinnedevarapadu, Kurnool city, Andhra Pradesh.

Sri Parvathi Sametha Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple at Yanamalakuduru, situated on a small hill southeast of Vijayawada city in Andhra Pradesh.

It is one of the oldest temples of Lord Shiva, 612 feet above sea level, on the banks of river Krishna.

Yanamalakuduru Temple

Sri Kashi Vishwanatha Ashtakam in Telugu.

Sri Kashi Vishwanatha Ashtakam is composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya.

This is a highly sacred hymn of Lord Shiva created by the revered sage Vasishtha to get rid of financial issues and poverty.

Read daily Daridraya Dukha Dahana Shiva Stotram and get the blessing of Lord Shiva.

The hymn is composed by Totakacharya and it consists of eight verses in praise of his Guru Sri Adi Shankaracharya.

 

Kailasagiri is a prominent temple on the top of Kailasagiri Hill located at HB colony, Moula Ali (Moulali), Hyderabad, Telangana State of India.

Kailasagiri Hill Temple - Hyderabad

The temple is also nearer to the Nuclear Fuel Complex and ECIL X Roads.

Kailasagiri Temple Info:

Primary Deity	Lord Shiva and Narasimha Swamy
Locale	Meerpet, APHB Colony, Moula Ali
City	Hyderabad
Festivals	Maha Shivaratri
District	Medchal-Malkajgiri, Kapra Circle
State	Telangana
Pincode	500040
Telephone	65995837 (or) 7416095837
Timings:	Morning - 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM Evening - 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

About Kailasagiri Temple:

This temple is on the Kailasagiri hill. Lord Shiva, named here as Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy, is the primary deity of Kailasagiri Temple.

Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy Kailasagiri

Tiruvannamalai (Thiruvannamalai), is one of the famous 5 Pancha Bhuta Sthalas of Lord Shiva in Tamil Nadu, India.

Here Lord Shiva in Tiruvannamalai is associated with Agni (or) Fire element of the Universe.

Tiruvannamalai is also called Arunachaleswarar Temple (Arunachalam) and is an important pilgrimage site in South India.

Some of the best places to visit in Tiruvannamalai includes:

1. Annamalaiyar Temple

Annamalaiyar Temple

Annamalaiyar Temple also called as Arunachalesvara Temple is famous Lord Shiva Temple in Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu.

Tiruvannamalai, commonly known as Arunachala, is one of the famous Shivite shrines in Tamil Nadu, spreading over a 25-acre temple complex.

Lord Siva is worshiped here in the form of Agni Lingam along with the Goddess Parvati at this ancient Annamalaiyar Temple.

Tiruvannamalai Temple Info:

Deity	Annamalaiyar (Shiva) & Apitakuchambaal (Parvati)
Locale	Tiruvannamalai
District	Tiruvannamalai
State	Tamil Nadu
Pincode	606601
Major Festivals	Karthigai Deepam
Architecture	Dravidian Style

In this temple, Lord Siva is called by different names, such as Annamalayar/Annamalaiyar and Arunachaleswarar.

Arunachaleswara Temple - Annamalaiyar Temple

About Tiruvannamalai Temple:

The word "Thiru" means "Greatness" and "Annamalai" means an inaccessible mountain in ancient times. These two words were combined to form "Tiruvannamalai".

The temple town of Tiruvannamalai attracted many pilgrims throughout the ages and acted as a cultural centre of the Shiva Religion (Shaivism) over centuries.

Ryali Sri Uma Kamandaleswara Swamy Temple is present in Ryali village, East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh.

Lord Shiva is the presiding deity of this temple and is worshiped here as Uma Kamandaleswara Swamy.

Uma Kamandaleswara Swamy Temple

Lord Brahma is said to have installed this idol in this place and has performed abishekam to the Sivalingam with his Kamandalam.

Varanasi is an ancient city known for its collection of sacred temples on the banks of the holy river Ganges in the state of Uttar Pradesh in Northern India.

Varanasi is known with different names like Banaras (Benares), Kashi (Kasi) and played a vital role in the development of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism.

Temples of Varanasi - Kashi Temples

Varanasi is present between the Ganges confluence with two rivers: the Varuna and the Assi stream. The city has many holy temples built in different times by different kings, monasteries, saints and communities throughout history.

Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga temple is the most lively Shiva temples of India.

Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple

This holy temple is present in the heart of ancient historical city of Ujjain in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India.

  

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Info:

Primary Deity	Lord Shiva
Location	Ujjain
State	Madhya Pradesh
Pincode	456006
Major Festivals	Maha Shivratri

About Omkareshwar Temple:

The Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Madhya Pradesh is one among the 12 famous Hindu Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva located on the sacred island of Mandhata/Shivapuri.

This holy temple is present on the southern bank of the sacred Narmada river in Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh state in India.

Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Info:

Primary Deity	Lord Shiva
Locale	Omkareshwar
District	Khandwar
State	Madhya Pradesh
Pincode	450554
Phone	072802 71228

Yaganti Temple along with the Growing Nandi is a major tourist attraction near Banganapalle town in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh state.

Yaganti Temple - Gali Gopuram

Yaganti Temple Info:

Primary Deity	Lord Shiva
Date Built	15th century
Town	Banganapalle
District	Kurnool
Festivals	Maha Shivratri
State	Andhra Pradesh
Pincode	518124

Amaravathi Sri Amareswara Swamy Temple in Amaravathi is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Amaralingeswara Swamy or Amareswara Swamy with his consort Bala Chamundika.

Amaravathi Temple

Amaravathi Temple Info:

Primary Deity	Lord Shiva
Architecture	Dravidian Style
Place	Amaravathi Town
District	Guntur
State	Andhra Pradesh
Country	India
Pincode	522020
Phone	08645 255241