Which God is Shivagange?

Lord Shiva
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located first during your uphill climb. The low roofed temples are lit with a light from an earthen lamp, which is the only source of light inside the temple.

Who built Shivagange?

This location was originally under the control of Hoysala kings and the queen Shanthala, wife of Vishnuvardhana, who committed suicide as she did not give birth to a son. The hill was fortified during the 16th century by Shivappa Nayaka.

Can we visit Shivagange now?

The alluring Shivaganga Hills are open to tourists for all parts of the year. The Shivaganga Hills are known for its early morning treks. The timings for trekking usually is from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How can I go to Shivagange from Bangalore?

How to reach Shivagange by road. Buses going to Tumkur and Dabbaspet can be hailed from Kempegowda Bus depot in Bangalore, commonly known as Majestic. Get down at Dabbaspet, from where you can take a bus or an auto-rickshaw to Shivagange.

Who is the lion of Shivagange?

Chinna Marudhu and Periya Marudhu were the residents of Sivaganga in Tamil Nadu. These brothers were known for their fearless rebellions against the east India company. Trained in Martial Arts, they were known to have killed tigers without even using their hands.

How many steps are there in Shivagange?

down the hill , where u need to climb 150 stairs .. The significance of this is .. they do ghee abhishekam , which turns into butter .. quite amazing . The next is – okali theertha .. for this u need to climb up the hill around 1km .. from Gangadhareshwara temple .

How do I get to Shivagange by train?

The nearest railway station is in Dobbespet, which is just 8 km away. Bangalore Majestic Railway Station is the major railhead and is well connected to all the major Indian cities and towns. Travellers can hire taxis and cabs to reach Shivagange from here.

Was sivagangai called Lion?

Chinna Marudu was called as ‘lion’ of sivagangai.