The Kadu Malleshwara Shiva Temple is located in the heart of Malleswaram, a prominent locality in Bangalore, Karnataka. It is situated near the busy Malleswaram market, making it easily accessible to devotees.
Lord Kaala Bhairavar is believed to govern time and is worshipped to overcome challenges related to time, destiny, and obstacles. Devotees offer prayers here to seek his blessings for protection, courage, mental clarity, and success. It is also believed that Kaala Bhairavar helps to eliminate negative energies and brings stability into one's life.
The best time to visit is early in the morning or during the evening hours when the temple is less crowded, and the atmosphere is serene for worship. Special poojas are performed on days like Ashtami, Maha Shivaratri, and Kaala Bhairavar Jayanti, when the temple sees a larger influx of devotees.
The temple performs regular poojas and abhishekams (ritual bathing of the deity) for Lord Kaala Bhairavar. Special rituals are also conducted during auspicious days like Ashtami (8th day of the lunar month), and other important festivals. Devotees can offer prayers, incense, flowers, and black sesame seeds, considered highly auspicious for Kaala Bhairavar worship.