Scenic surroundings for picture-perfect snaps
Treat yourself to some soothing delights of nature’s astounding beauty. The Madareshwar temple atop the eastern hills of the Banaswara offers plenty of picturesque spots to soak in your eyes. The hill gives you a bird-eye view of Banaswara town. It is a perfect spot to adore the sunrises and sunsets.
The temple is painted in hues of white and orange shades signifying the importance of Hindu dharma. In one immediate outer corner of the temple, you can witness a giant ‘Nandi’. According to Hindu mythology, ‘Nandi’ is the ‘Vahan’ or vehicle and the first disciple of Lord Shiva. It is believed that prayers offered to ‘Nandi’ are equivalent to the prayers offered to Lord Shiva.
You can enjoy a short nature trail with your family, friends, and spouse around this temple.
Relish your soul with Lord Shiva’s auspicious presence
The main shrine has a barricade displaying the word ‘Om’ in vernacular script. Hindu mythology has a great significance for ‘Om’. The main shrine also has a huge ‘Shivlinga’ in the centre resembling the face of Lord Shiva and a small one where the devotees can offer milk, flowers, etc. There is a ‘Trishul’ just beside the small ‘Shivlinga’. In Hindu mythology, the ‘Trishul’ or trident, is the weapon of Lord Shiva and a divine symbol.
The main shrine of the temple lies within a natural cave. The distance between the ceiling and the floor of this natural cave is less so if you are tall, you need to be pretty cautious while you step inside. There are several bells hung from the ceiling of this natural cave just above the main shrine.
