Friday, October 03, 2008

Iggutappa temple, Kakabbe

Iggutappa is another name lord shiva, Igguthappa temple, one of most important temple of Kodavs the tribal inhabitants in Kakkabe, is dedicated to Iguthappa another name for Lord Subramanya. The devotees believe in the miracles by Iguthappa, where any one can ask for anything from this super power God. Farmers in and around this area usually offer prayers and offerings for rains during the famous Annual festival in the temple conducted during the month of March. Tulabhara, weighing oneself against fruits, sugar, coconuts, rice etc, is an important offering here. This temple governs significant role in the cultural and traditional life of the place.

This place is quite deep inside Coorg, the way to this place is very scenic, and you will enjoy the drive. This place is about 45Kms from Madikeri. There are bus services to kakabbe. Best way is to drive.

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