As we all know, temples remain closed when there is an eclipse. But the Srikalahasti temple remains open even during eclipses and they also do special pujas on these occasions. Please share the story/reason behind this.
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This page has some info.– The Destroyer ♦Commented Dec 15, 2015 at 14:52
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[Related but not duplicate] Legend behind origin of Vayu Lingam in Srikalahasti and its meaning– The Destroyer ♦Commented Apr 11, 2016 at 10:27
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I wasn't sure what your main question was, it seemed like you wanted to know why this particular temple remained open while others are closed. So I changed the tile to reflect the main question. If this is not what you meant, you can revert my edit and add some clarification.– Say No To CensorshipCommented Jul 19, 2019 at 22:23
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1There was an article in Telugu appeared in Eenadu (eenadu.net/aalayaalu/more/2/127392), which appears to be correct. @Mr_Green– Srimannarayana K VCommented Jul 20, 2019 at 1:36
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SriKalaHasti is the temple popular for Kaal Sarp Dosh Nivaran and Rahu Ketu Puja. Since Rahu and Ketu are attributed to be the reasons for the eclipse, this temple remains open during the eclipse.
During the eclipse, devotees offer puja to Rahu and Ketu to pacify them.
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1Sorry but actually, I was looking for a brief explanation. Though your answer is correct can you please extend it to explain "why it is famous for Kaal Sarp dosh Nivaran and rahu ketu puja?"– Mr_GreenCommented Jun 27, 2014 at 2:58