The Sri Gangajal Choudeshwari Temple Ranebennur.
- Deity & Significance: The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chowdeshwari, believed to be a powerful protector who fulfills devotee wishes. She is often referred to as a “pawada devi” (miraculous goddess) who protects devotees from evil forces.
- Location: The temple is located in Doddapet, Ranebennur (581115), Haveri district, Karnataka. It is also referred to as Sri Malenada Chowdeshwari Temple in some listings.
- Festivals & Celebrations: The Kartikosava (Karthikotsava) is celebrated with great grandeur, attracting thousands of devotees, featuring special rituals and the “Udi Tumbuv” (offering) ceremony for women.
- Atmosphere: It is described as a serene, spiritual place with traditional architecture, often described as a “Shakti” center.
Temple Histroy
The district headquarters is Haveri. Ranebennur is the biggest city in Haveri district[citation needed] with population and the commercial city and business headquarters and seeds production hub.
Name of the place Haveri is derived from two Kannada words “Havu” which means snake and “keri” which means lake or Village/Locality so people called it “Havu-keri” meaning “Village of snakes.
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