2023: Siddheshwar Temple in Solapur celebrates Gadda Yatra

 

Siddheshwar Temple in Solapur is dedicated to Lord Siddharama.

Gadda Yatra is a popular event celebrated in this temple.

This yatra is a 15-day grand event celebrated from Shakambari Poornima ( Full moon in the month of Jan. ) till the Amavasya (No moon day) 

The Siddheshwar Yatra has been celebrated for 900 years. Legend has it that a potter girl wanted to marry Siddharama; Siddharama rejected her wish and advised her to marry Yogananda. Yogananda is believed to have been introduced by Lord Srisaila Mallanna. In this yatra, bamboo sticks are decorated like the bride and groom. These bamboo sticks are locally called Nandidhvaj. A huge crowd gathers on this yatra to celebrate this grand event.  The display of fireworks on the fourth day of the yatra is a major attraction. 

2023 Dates: January 10 – January 25.