Itagi Bhimambika | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Hinduism |
Location | |
Location | Itagi, Gadag, Karnataka |
Geographic coordinates | 15°44′17″N 75°49′29″E / 15.73806°N 75.82472°E |
Bhimambika temple or Bheemavva temple, is a popular Mutt and temple located in the temple town of Itagi in Gadag District, Ron Taluk in Karnataka. It is About 13 km from Gajendragad Kalkaleshwara temple.
Historical temple
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Bhimambika devi was a Shiva Sharane and always immersed in God and helped many people through her guru tattwa, love and compassion and advised them to lead a pious life. She is believed to have performed many miracles and bestowed blessings on her devotees.
Currently 8th generation of her family members are taking care of the mutt.
Transport
[edit]Nearest towns/ cities to Itagi are Gajendragad, Ron, Gadag which are easily accessible by buses and autos. nearest railway station is Gadag.
See also
[edit]- Gajendragad
- Sudi
- Ron
- North Karnataka
- Tourism in North Karnataka
- Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Mahakuta
- Kuknur
- Mahadeva Temple (Itagi)
- Gadag District