Temple

Located in Kateel, Karnataka, Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple is a famous and ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Parvathi.The holy temple is situated on an islet in the middle of the sacred river Nandini amidst panoramic scenes and fascinating greenery. The temple is also known as Bhramari.

Legend

According to the legends, the minister of demons Shumbha and Nishumbha, Arunasura fled from the battle field after his masters were killed by Goddess Shakti. Arunasura gathered all the remaining demons and became their king. He started disturbing the sages and stopped the Yagnas. Because of this drought and scarcity came which left Earth barren and deserted. The people starved and started ill practices like looting, cannibalism, and killing of animals. Seeing the situation worsening, Maharishi Jabali visited Lord Indra and requested him to send Kamadhenu (a holy cow) for completing a ritual to please the Gods. Lord Indra replied that since Kamadhenu was unavailable, Nandini her daughter would come for the ritual. However, Nandini refused to come to earth and insulted the Maharishi. The Maharishi became angry and cursed Nandhini that she will flow as a river on the Earth's surface. Nandini prayed for mercy. Maharishi advised her to pray to Goddess Durga. Nandhini started her penance and Goddess Durga appeared in front of her. The Goddess said that she could not lift the curse, but she will take birth from Nandini and relieve her from the curse in due course of time. Nandini emerged as a river from Kanakagiri. Meanwhile, Arunasura started strict penance and obtained a boon from Lord Brahma that he will not be killed by any God, demon, reptile, Yaksha, Gandharva, Kinnara, Kimpurusha, Siddha, Sadhya, Vidhyadhara, man, woman, by any weapons or by animals on two and four feet. Lord Brahma granted him the boon. Arunasura also got a boon from Goddess Saraswati that as long as he chants the Gayathri Mantra every day, Death will not touch him. Arunasura created a huge army and started terrorizing people and defeated Lord Indra. Lord Indra went to Goddess Durga for help. She agreed to help but said that she cannot kill Arunasura unless he stops chanting the Gayathri Mantra daily. Sage Brihaspathi met Arunasura and convinced Arunasura that he is not less than God himself. Hearing this, Arunasura started thinking himself as a God and asked people to worship him. Arunasura stopped reciting the Gayatri Mantra. Goddess disguised as a Mohini and appeared in the gardens of Arunasura's kingdom. Arunasura reached the garden and was captivated by her beauty. He proposed to her but she refused. After trying to persuade her repeatedly, she went inside a rock. Arunasura broke the rock and out came a swarm of bees that stung him all over the body. The Goddess took the form of a big and furious bee named "Bhramara" and repeatedly attacked him until he died. Maharishi Jabali along with other Gods offered the furious form of the Goddess with tender coconut from the Kalpavruksha of heaven and calmed her down. Maharishi Jabali, Indra, Nandini and other Gods requested Goddess to make the place as her abode. Goddess Durga appeared as a Linga in the middle of the River Nandini. The River splits into two at the point of the Linga's appearance and then rejoins later to join the sea.

Architecture

The temple is built according to Kerala style of architecture. The Temple is situated on an islet formed naturally in the middle of the River Nandini. Pilgrims enter the sanctum through the Dwajasthamba Mandapa.

Darsan Info

The temple opens at 4:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM.

Darsan Dresscode

Devotees are advised to dress appropriately.

Famous Festival

Annual festival
Vasanthotsava
Hattanadhi Pattanaje
Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Navarathri
Magha Pournami

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. Kateel or Kateelu is a temple town in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka. It is considered as one of the holiest temple towns.

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Temple Rituals

Abhisheka - 4:00 AM
Darshana for devotees - 6:00 AM                             
Maha Pooja (Afternoon) - 12.30 PM to 1.00 PM
Maha Pooja (Night) - 7.30 PM. to 8.00 PM                  
Rangapooja - 8:30 PM
Prasadam (Afternoon: free meals) 12.30 PM. & 2.30 PM
Prasadam (Night: free meals) 8.30 PM. & 9.30 PM

Special Rituals

Yakshagana dance is performed on every special day throughout the year.

Additional Info