Chowdeshwari Temple is a famous temple dedicated to Goddess Chowdeshwari, also known as Sigandureshwari and is located in Sigandur, Karnataka. The temple dates back to over 300 years. Sigandur village is surrounded by water from three sides and connected by road on one side and can be reached via Kollur and Nagodi.

Location Karnataka , Shimoga, Bangalore

Legend

According to the legends, once upon a time a person named Sheshappa went for hunting in jungles near Sigandur. While hunting, he lost his way inside the jungle. After some time he became tired and sat under a tree to rest and fell asleep. Goddess Sigandureshwari came into Sheshappa's dream and asked him to build a temple for her. Sheshappa later told his experience to a Brahmin named Duggajja in his village. They built a temple for Goddess Sigandureshwari and Duggajja became the priest of the temple and Sheshappan became the Managing Trustee.

Culture

Karnataka, the IT hub of Indian Subcontinent, like every other destination, has its own distinctive characteristics. The contribution of Karnataka to the composite culture of India is no way inferior to that of any other region of India. Its contribution in the fields of art, music, religion and philosophy are exemplary. The culture of Karnataka is so vibrant that it adds new flavor to its very existence.

Darsan Info

The temple is open from 3:30 AM to 2:30 PM and from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

Darsan Dresscode

Devotees are advised to dress appropriately.

Famous Festival

Sankranti

Temple Rituals

Pooja timings :

Morning : 3:30 AM to 7:00 AM

Morning : 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Evening : 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Special Rituals

Every year special puja and worship are held in the Temple during the Ashada month (June - July). The temple is crowded usually on those days.

Additional Info

 

It is recommended that devotees carry their food since food is not provided by the temple and there are no private hotels nearby in Sigandur