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Shri Lakshmi Damodar Temple, Basruru

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I recently listened to a beautiful discourse by Vedamurthy Ramakrishna Bhat, in which he spoke about how temple visits today have increasingly become holidays or tourist outings rather than journeys rooted in pure devotion. That thought struck me deeply—because it feels so true. We are often in such a rush to “complete” the trip that … Read more

The Sacred Legacy of Gurupura: Home to Shri Varadaraja Venkataramana Temple

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वरदाभयदातारौ रक्षितारम्य जगत्प्रभु: श्रीमद् वरदराजेन्द्रम् चिन्तेहन्तिवानिशम् वरदाभिहस्ताभ्यो वनमाला विराजित: शंक्खचक्र लसत्पाणि शरणागत रक्षक: ।। Nestled near Mangalore along the serene banks of the Phalguni River — also known as the Gurupurā River — lies the quaint town of Gurupurā, rich in history and spiritual significance. While the region is home to many ancient temples, two in … Read more