Dhanashri Shaneshwar Swamy Temple Madabhavi (Athani)

Dhanashri Shaneshwar Swamy Temple- Madabhavi (Athani)

Dhanashri Shaneshwar Swamy temple is located in the Madabhavi village, Athani taluk in Belagavi district, Karnataka state.The vibes of this temple are so divine, powerful, peaceful, and clean.

This temple is famously known as Dakshina Kashi and has the distinction of being the only Shani temple in South India with a pyramid shaped structure.

This temple was built in 2008 following all the holy rituals with the holy water of 7 oceans and 21 rivers including the Kailash Parvat and the Kashi Ganga water. It is well maintained by the Dhanashri Shaneshwar Swamy
Charitable Trust.

Shani Dev is one of the most popular deities that the Hindus pray to ward off evil and remove obstacles. Shani is the son of Lord Surya, the Sun God, and the brother of Yama, the God of Death.

In Hindu mythology, Lord Shani is considered one of the most feared deities. He is often depicted as a dark-skinned figure with a fierce expression and a sword in his hand. However, he is also revered as a just and fair judge who punishes those who have done wrong and rewards those who have lived a righteous life. It is said that Lord Shani’s influence is felt in all aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional success.

Generally devotees step into Madabhavi Shaneshwar temple worshipping the divine crow i.e vehicle of Lord Shaneshwara by pouring oil.Devotees suffering from any kind of doshas like Pitru Dosha, Kaal Sarpa Dosha, Mangal Dosha, Shani Dosha, Black Magic,Evil Eye, etc. come here and get darshan of Shaneshwar Swami and get rid of their doshas. A special pooja is held on every Wednesday, Saturday, and Amavasya day.On Shaneshwar Jayanti a fair is organised along with homa-havanas like Shani Shanti and Navagraha Shanti are organised.