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Kolluru is situated 40km from Kundapur Town, about 140 km away from Mangalore City in Karnataka state in Southern part of India. This village lies at the foot of the Western Ghats, and is famous for the Mookambika temple, a Hindu pilgrim center. Myths and legends Kollur is an important seat of Shakti worship. Legend goes that a Maharishi (monk) Kolan was enchanted with nature’s beauty and decided to perform a penance on a rock near the Agnitheertham. Lord Shiva, delighted with Kolan, appeared before him and blessed him. The Maharishi wished for the welfare of mankind and nothing else. The Lord, happy with Kolan, granted him his wish. He assured that a swayambu (autogenetic) Lingam (Shiiva Stone) would appear for his daily worship. However, Kolan wanted to worship Devi also. So, a Swarna Rekha (gold line) appeared on the Lingam, signifying Shakti. Thus, Shiva and Shakti are worshipped together in the Lingam. It is believed that Adi... details >>>

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Kolluru (Or Kollur) is situated 40km from Kundapura town and about 140 km away from Mangalore City in Karnataka state in Southern part of India. Kolluru village lies at the foot of the Western Ghats, and is famous for the Mookambika temple, a Hindu p... details >>>

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