Aundha Nagnath – The Jyotirlinga – Maharashtra
Oldest & 8th Jyotirlinga of Aundha Nagnath is story of spirituality and mythology. Ornamented with amazing sculptures and carvings, the temple is abode of Nageshwar or Nagnath, Lord Shiva!
Aundha Nagnath
Lord Shiva of Aundha Nagnath
One of the Jyotirlinga, Aundha Nagnath temple represents an incredible monument of archaeology. Lord Shiva, the main deity, fills the temple with his presence not only in garbha gruha but also on the walls of the temple.
Matrikas at Aundha Nagnath
Matrikas are eight Mother Goddesses of War, Children and Emancipation. Carved on the temple walls at Aundha Nagnath, they are protectors of the temple.
Mahayogi of Aundha Nagnath
Lord Vishnu in the form of Mahayogi is sitting in padmasana with both hands closed in prayer mode. The idols act as a gems in the ornament of the temple.
Sculptures of Aundha Nagnath
Sculptures of Aundha Nagnath is a feast for mythology, archeology lovers. Hemadpanti style temple of Aundha Nagnath is great example of Chalukyan art.
Ganesha at Aundha Nagnath
Lord Ganesha at Aundha Nagnath Jyotirlinga temple are diversified versions. From Warrior Ganesha to Family Guy Ganesha!!
Deities of Aundha Nagnath (Sculptures)
Deities of Aundha Nagnath.. isn’t it a nice subject. 13th century Chalukyan temple of Aundha Nagnath presents puranas, the mythology of India, the hinduism.
Why Nandi is not placed in front of the Aundha Nagnath temple?
Nandi of Aundha Nagnath is not placed in front of the main Shiva temple. Unlike all other Shiva Temples, Nandi idol is not placed in front of main temple of Lord Shiva.