What is Kalahasti temple famous for?

What is Kalahasti temple famous for?

Srikalahasti temple, situated 36 km away from Tirupati is famous for its Vayu Lingam (Wind Lingam), one of the Panchabhoota Sthalams, representing wind. The temple is also regarded as Rahu-Ketu kshetra and Dakshina Kailasam.

Which temple is famous for Rahu Ketu pooja?

Sri Kalahasteeswara Swami Temple
Sri Kalahasteeswara Swami Temple… famous and powerful Lord Shiva Temple very close to the Tirupati.. this temple is also famous for Rahu and Ketu Shanthi Pooja… this temple also has very nice History between Spider,Snake and Elephant…

Which God is Worshipped in Kalahasti temple?

Lord Shiva
The Srikalahasti Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is a God with immense religious significance for Hindus. It was constructed in the year 1516 by Krishnadevraya – the king of the Vijayanagara empire.

Is Darshan allowed in Srikalahasti?

For a darshan, one can go in direclty and have a good free darshan. A “special darshan” counter is also available for Rs 50. ticket can be purchased inside the temple. The Rahu Kethu poojas are done every hour and then subsequently one can have a darshan with the Pooja ticket.

Why Rahu Ketu Pooja is performed?

As per Hindu mythology and horoscope, if any planetary depression on an individual , there will be a popular remedy of RAHU, KETU DOSHA NIVARANA PUJA (Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south lunar nodes) will be performed here.

Which day is good for Rahu pooja?

Rahu puja is generally started on Saturday and it is completed on Saturday. The day of beginning of Rahu Pooja may sometimes be changed depending on the time which may be required by the Pandits to complete the chant of Rahu Veda mantra.

What is the benefits of Rahu Ketu pooja?

1. Rahu Pujan is beneficial for those suffering with Kaal Sarp Dosh causing due to Rahu-Ketu axis. 2. To negate the ill effects of Rahu in Guru Chandal Dosha formed due to Jupiter Rahu conjunction.

Which day is good for kalahasti?

The best season to visit Srikalahasti is the winter season. The temperature remains comfortable and is apt for sightseeing. The best months to visit are October, November, December, January, February and March.

Can we go to kalahasti before Tirupati?

Tirupati and Kalahasti can be visited on a same day if you are not performing Rahu Ketu pooja at the time of Rahukaalam at Kalahasti. Principle is after Tirupati darshan only one will visit Kalahasti and have to leave straight to one’s home.

How long is Rahu Ketu pooja at Srikalahasti?

The pooja timings are 6am-6pm. Rahu ketu pooja is 300 n kala sarpa nivarana is 750.

What is the meaning of Srikalahasti?

This town, Srikalahasti, derives its name from the combination of the Sanskrit words Sri (spider), Kala (snake) and Hasti (elephant), which once worshipped the Shiva lingam here and attained moksha.

Can we bath after Rahu Ketu Pooja?

5 answers. There is no need to take bath inside the temple; infact there is no such arrangement; you need to complete all that at the place where you are staying (hotel or lodge); Rahu-Ketu pooja is done by couple only; husband and wife both must jointly do the pooja; The cost of the pooja varies from Rs 250 to Rs 2500 …

Which day is Ketu?

Jupiter is neutral in friendship. Sun, Moon, and Mars are Ketu’s enemies. Ketu signs and nakshatras: Ashvini, Mul, and Magha nakshatras are Ketu’s nakshatras….Ketu Astrological significance.

Can we go to Tirupati after kalahasti?

How long is Rahu Ketu pooja at srikalahasti?

How much time does it take for darshan in srikalahasti?

Doing darshan only at Kalahasti takes half an hour and if you are performing Rahu Ketu pooja it takes around 30-45 minutes. Rahu Ket pooja can be performed free of cost and on ticket ranging from 750/- to 3000/-. Only difference is the hall on which we are seated.