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Aarathi Ukkada Ahalya Devi Maramma Temple Pandavpura
This is an ancient n historical temple of mata aahalya Devi. The temple located 3 km from Pandupura railway station.
Very Ancient temple of Sri Shakti Ahalyadevi also called Ukkada Maramma, very powerful goddesses for people who are effect by black magic, the people who believes in such things comes here to get rid of evil things.
The temple is very crowded on Amavasye, Hunnimme and Sundays. It is believed that making certain offerings to the Goddess here helps ward off the evil eye and jinx in one’s life (Drishti/nazar).
Usually Coconut, lemon, and egg are made as offering to ward off evil eye. The priests involved in this activity try to fleece money from the devotees by charging heavy amounts. Fix the rate first by bargaining before you do the rituals.
It is better to have darshan of the deity first and then go to do “Thade Hodeyodhu”(evil eye removing). No reserved parking space. People park wherever space is available thus causing traffic issues. Although we got parking initially at the entrance arch, later our driver got the vehicle inside the lane near the temple.
The entire area is a conglomeration of shacks, roadside vendors and very ugly tarpaulin and plastic sheet covered shacks which have even infiltrated into the temple hall. One can hardly see the temple from the outside. Only a portion of the sanctum tower can be seen from outside.
In front of the sanctum are crowd management barricades in a cramped up area giving the entire sanctum a very cramped and congested and ugly look. The only solace is that one can see the idol inside the sanctum properly because of a step in front of the sanctum. This view is also possible provided the crowd of devotees is less. Else you get just pushed away through the barricades.
The priests literally yell at you if you pause for a few minutes before the sanctum.
The entire area is dirty and filthy with stray dogs and dumped junk and
Devotees offer non veg to the Goddess after completion of their prayer fulfilled, Various Pooja are available here, devotees cooks nonveg food and offers for other devotees.
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I defer to reviews telling that people are being cheated for money. On the contrary, for everything, there is fixed nominal rates.
There is enough parking. Cost Rs. 20 (4 wheeler)
For Puja items sold outside temple: A basket containg coconut, Beatle Leaf, Egg, Vibhuthi, Mud Pot etc is sold for Rs 40. If you give 100, 500 or 2000 notes, they promptly give back change. They also provide free chappal/shoe custody.
For the entry for Puja in pond: Rs 5 (Here also they give back change if we give higher denomination notes).
For Thade ritual: Rs 5 for entry and Rs 20 dakshina.
Main temple we kept Rs 100 on the plate and they gave back Rs 90 (only Rs 10 is taken as offering)
The temple is crowded. For first comers, there are no proper directions written about the rituals. Just enquire with anyone there, and they will explain.
Good serene place. Ofcourse neatness may be lacking. But its a small village temple with huge crowd and they have maintained it as best as possible. It is responsibility of visitors to help them keep things tidy.
Altogether, a very...
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A Spiritually Uplifting Experience at Aarathi Ukkada Sri Ahalyadevi Maramma Temple (ಆರತಿ ಉಕ್ಕಡ ಶ್ರೀ ಅಹಲ್ಯದೇವಿ ಮಾರಮ್ಮ ದೇವಾಲಯ)
Aarathi Ukkada Sri Ahalyadevi Maramma Temple is a truly divine and powerful place of worship. The moment you enter the temple premises, you can feel the sacred energy and devotion that fill the air. The deity, Sri Ahalyadevi Maramma, is beautifully adorned and radiates grace and strength, offering peace and blessings to all who visit.
The temple is well-maintained, clean, and surrounded by a calm, spiritual atmosphere that invites prayer and reflection. The priests and devotees here are very kind and welcoming, making every visit a memorable experience. Festivals and special poojas are celebrated with great devotion and community spirit, adding to the temple’s unique charm.
It’s a must-visit temple for anyone seeking divine blessings, inner peace, and a deep spiritual connection. Truly a sacred gem of...
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