Sitalayana Matha

Mullayanagiri proudly stands as the loftiest summit in the Karnataka state of India. Nestled about 2.5 kilometers from its base lies the sacred site of Sitalayana Matha.

While Sitalayana Matha primarily serves as a temple, its picturesque location transforms it into an exceptional hillside viewpoint. Many tourists flock to this site when traveling to the Chikmagalur region, especially when restrictions prevent them from ascending Mullayanagiri's peak. Here, they can still revel in breathtaking aerial vistas of nearby villages.

Within the temple, a revered Shiv Linga known as Sitalayana Mallikarjuna takes center stage. The sanctum also houses metal representations of Shiva and Uma. Alongside these deities, the temple grounds host shrines dedicated to Utsava Ganapati and Veerabhadra. Moreover, within the temple's prakara, a Vishnu image graces the surroundings, flanked by two majestic lions, exuding an aura of divine tranquility.

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