Jatayu Tirtham Temple
Jatayu Tirtham is the holy temple constructed in memory of Jatayu, who was the most loyal eagle of Rama and who helped Lord Rama in various instances in getting herbs from the mountains.
It is said that this eagle lost its life to save the life of Lord Rama and hence its sacrifice is always appreciated and it is worshiped as a deity even today. It was buried in the soil when it died and the Jatayu temple has been created at the place of its burial. The whole of its pit was filled with vibhuti, which is the holy ash that is obtained after the yagnas.
It is believed that it was buried in the soil when after death and the Jatayu temple has been created at the place of its burial. The whole of its pit was filled with vibhuti, which is the holy ash that is obtained after the yagnas.
History of Jatayu Tirtham Temple
The legend behind this temple is associated with instances from the Hindu sacred text Ramayana. According to religious beliefs, when the demon Ravana kidnaps Goddess Sita, Jatayu had helped Lord Rama by fighting the demon. During the fight, Jatayu’s wings were slashed because of this it fell and died. Afterward, Lord Rama buried Jatayu's body at the place where a temple stands now dedicated to Jatayu.
it is said that the entire place where it was buried, turned into vibhuti, which is the holy ash that is obtained after the yagnas by the saints. It is also believed that Jatayu also helped in getting herbs from the mountains to save Lord Rama’s life.
