Chowdeshwari Temple

Chowdeshwari Temple

Coordinates: 13°16′41.8″N 76°28′40.5″E / 13.278278°N 76.477917°E / 13.278278; 76.477917 Chowdeshwari Temple is a temple at Dasarighatta, near Tiptur of Tumkur district, Karnataka, India. A panchaloha idol in the temple replies to question asked by supplicants.

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During a gathering, two illiterate spiritual villagers pick up the deity and write as if possessed. The head of the deity writes down the answers to questions on a rice flour base.

Prabhulinga Swamigalu, the main priest of the temple who has done it once, said it is an unforgettable experience to write under the influence of the Goddess.

Travel

Dasarighatta is about 10 km from Tiptur. One can reach Tiptur via Tumkur from Bangalore. Bus service is provided from Tiptur by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC).

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