Sowthadka Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple
Temple
Sowthadka Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple
The Sowthadka Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple is located in Kokkada, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. This ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and is known for its unique open-air setting. Unlike many temples, it doesn't have a formal structure or "Garbha Gudi" surrounding the deity. Instead, Lord Ganesha sits majestically in the lush green surroundings, accessible to devotees 24/7.
According to local legend, the temple was once destroyed during a war, but the beautiful idol of Lord Ganesha was saved by cowherds who carried it to its current location.
The area was known for its abundant cucumber crops, which led to the name "Sowthadka" (southe means cucumber and adka means meadow in Tulu).
The temple is famous for its Avalakki Panchakajjaya Seva, a delicious mixture of beaten rice, jaggery, sesame seeds, coconut, honey, and banana, offered to Lord Ganesha. The temple also serves food to devotees in the form of prasadam.
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Sowthadka Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple is located in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka.
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