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The temple is famous for its Rahu-Ketu pooja, which is performed to nullify planetary doshas. It is referred to as 'Dakshina Kailasam,' a major pilgrimage site for Shiva devotees.

Devotees across India observed the third Monday of the holy Sawan month with immense spiritual fervor, thronging major Shiva temples to offer prayers and seek blessings.

For the Maha Shivaratri celebration in March, thousands of devotees flocked to the Maha Kaleshwar Mandir, a Shiva temple in Milpitas, California, with some 500 staying to chant overnight.