Kuruvatti Basavanna temple is located in the village of Kuruvatti in the Hoovina Hadagali Taluk, Vijayanagara district, of Karnataka. The shrine is home to the sacred idols of Basavanna, Nandi, and Lord Shiva (worshipped as Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy in Shivling form). The Kuruvatti Basavanna Temple Rathotsava 2027 date is from March 4, 2027. This significant chariot festival takes place at the revered Kuruvatti Basavanna Temple in the Vijayanagara District of Karnataka, attracting devotees from all over.
Festival Dates & Highlights
The main festivities of the Rathotsava are centered around Maha Shivaratri, which falls on March 6, 2027. The festival is a multi-day event, featuring:
Rathotsava (Chariot Festival): The highlight of the festival is the grand procession where the main deity, adorned in gold, is taken around the temple in a magnificent chariot.
Okuli Utsava (Color Festival): This colorful celebration takes place the day after the Rathotsava.
Puja and Rituals: Throughout the 7 to 9-day festival, various pujas, arati, and offerings are performed by priests and villagers.
Other Major Celebrations at Kuruvatti Basavanna Temple
The Kuruvatti Basavanna Temple hosts several key festivals throughout the year, each with its unique traditions. Here’s a look at some of the main religious celebrations:
Ugadi (Kannada New Year): The Rathotsava chariot is ceremoniously returned, and the deity receives special ornaments, fire rituals, and food offerings from the priests.
Basaveshwara Jayanti: This day is marked by special adornments and offerings to the deity.
Shravana Month: Throughout this holy month, daily offerings and adornments are performed, especially every Monday.
Dussehra/Navaratri: The nine days of Navaratri are filled with daily offerings and food services. The celebrations culminate on Vijayadashami with a special Banni Puja at the Udbhava Ganapati temple.
Deepavali (Diwali): The Festival of Lights is celebrated with fire rituals and offerings led by the hereditary priests.
Chatti Amavasya: This event features the Karthika Utsava of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy, followed by Sri Basaveshwara Swamy's Utsava on the next Monday.