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A.T. Onnupalli Belur Bhasavanna/ Shivan (Hosur), Dharmapuri & Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu

A.T. Onnupalli Belur Bhasavanna/ Shivan (Hosur)   

A.T. Onnupalli Belur Bhasavanna Temple is a sacred shrine located in Onnupalli village near Belur, Hosur, Krishnagiri district. Lord Basavanna, the divine bull and vehicle of Lord Shiva, is worshipped here along with Lord Shivan as a symbol of strength, dharma and protection for farmers and cattle.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictDharmapuri & Krishnagiri
LocationA.T. Onnupalli Belur Bhasavanna/ Shivan (Hosur)
Area1.7 ha
Latitude12.5713670
Longitude77.7766100

About this Sacred Grove

A.T. Onnupalli Belur Bhasavanna Temple is a sacred shrine located in Onnupalli village near Belur, Hosur, Krishnagiri district. Lord Basavanna, the divine bull and vehicle of Lord Shiva, is worshipped here along with Lord Shivan as a symbol of strength, dharma and protection for farmers and cattle. The idol is believed to be ancient, found by shepherds in the fields. Villagers say Basavanna saved their cattle from disease and drought and guarded the crops at night. Devotees offer pongal, garlands and ghee lamps, praying for good harvest, livestock health, rain and family prosperity. Mondays and Pradosham days draw special worship here.

Location

Coordinates: 12.5713670, 77.7766100

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Plants / Species (6)

African milk bush

Euphorbia grantii Oliv.
Individual Count
10

Banyan

Ficus benghalensis L.
Individual Count
1

Cluster fig

Ficus recemosa L.
Individual Count
1

Coconut

Cocos nucifera L.
Individual Count
1

Tamarind

Tamarindus indica L.
Individual Count
10

Wild tamarind

Leucaena leucocephala (Lam.de Wit
Individual Count
8