The dating of the temples is based on the style of architecture which is similar to that of the temples in nearby Aihole and the information in two notable inscriptions in the complex: the Mahakuta Pillar inscription dated between 595–602 CE and an inscription of Vinapoti, a concubine of king Vijayaditya, dated between 696–733 CE and written in the Kannada language and script. According to a belief, Mahakuta is a sacred place as Agastya Rishi killed Vatapi and Ilvala. The temple had a lot of importance as the Chalukya rulers used to donate a lot of wealth after each war won against the neighboring kingdoms. Mahakuta temples are dated to the 6th or 7th century and were constructed by the kings of the Chalukya dynasty of Badami. Statues around the temple complex Mahakuta Temples Architecture The water tank is known as Vishnu Puskarini, or Papavinasha Tirth, meaning a tank that washes away all your sins. Unlike the river in the north, the water tank in the Mahakuta temple is fed by a natural spring and is known to have healing properties as well as washing away sins. Just like Kashi in North India, Mahakuta temples are known as the Dakshin Kashi since it lies in the southern state of India. In case you want to know the deeper meaning then check out this article – Can Holy Ganga wash away my sins? Believes around Mahakuta temples While there is a deeper meaning to washing sins away because it is practically impossible to let go of karma by dipping in a river, many devotees believe it and pay annual homage to River Ganga. According to a legend, by taking a dip in Kashi (in this case North India), people can wash their sins away. River Ganga is an important river culturally and religiously for all Hindus. While the holy waters of River Ganga, are considered extremely pious, more specifically the Kashi Ghat of Varanasi is where people take a dip. They probably shouted as they were washing away all their sins! Vishnu Puskarini, or Papavinasha Tirth at Mahakuta Mythology associated with washing sins by dipping in holy waters
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My driver anna laughed and escorted me to a water tank where devotees gleefully jumped and bathed. I kept getting distracted by some shouting noises and wondered if someone was in pain and scared of what was going on.
The temple is located in the middle of a forest adjoining hills. Mahakuta is an important place of worship for Hindus and a holy pilgrimage for followers of Shaivism. The assembly here is the numerous Shiva temples, justifying its name as Dakshin Kashi. The temple derived its name from Maha meaning ‘great’ and Kuta meaning ‘assembly’. My driver turned into a guide and told me that Mahakuta temples are locally known as the Chikka Mahakuteshwara Temple, and all the temples are dedicated to Bhagwan Shiva. Now I know why Mahakuta temples are known as a group of temples. There were placards all around, not to click photographs in the temple.Īfter paying my respects to the Shiva temple, I glanced around the many big and small temple structures in the complex. I saw many devotees entering a temple complex and so without further ado, I walked straight into that temple structure. I was welcomed by the idol of Ganesha in black stone. I removed my footwear and entered inside another small gate. He asked me to be patient but I honestly did not know what to expect next! I gave a confused look to my car driver who decided to join us to pay respects at the Mahakuta temples. Near the entrance of the gate, clothes lay flat on the road for drying. With packaged wafer packets dangling on the shops and the noise of goli soda drink making a splash, a slight left into another gate opened a completely different world. A big gate opened onto a road with food stalls on both sides of it. It was difficult to imagine what would be inside the complex from the car parking. Mythology associated with washing sins by dipping in holy waters.
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