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== Maha Shivling - The Tallest Shivling == Another very unique structure present at this temple is Maha Shivling  having 111.2feet height. This Shivling is structured in such a way to experience how to awaken the dormant Kundalini sakthi and to raise to higher energy levels. Maha Shivling has plenty of unique peculiarities. One of the peculiarities is its style of construction. Devotees can enter inside this Maha Shivling. Inside this Shivaling one can experience the cosmic effect of the Shivling and also undergo meditation to enhance the power of the body chakras. This magnificent construction has been recently adjudged by India Book of records and Asia Book of records as tallest Sivaling so far. Inside this Shivling there are 8 floors. Each floor inside this Maha Shivling is dedicated for the meditation of the Shadadharas or energy centres in human body for rejuvenation. The floors reflect the ‘vibgyor’ colours of each chakra, namely Muladhara(red), Svadhishtana(orange), Manipura(yellow), Anahatha(green), Vishuddha(blue), Ajna(indigo) and finally Sahasrara(violet). Just after entering this Maha Shivling each devotee is allowed to worship there installed shivaling by doing abhishekam. This is based on the fact that “one should worship his own god”. Anyone entering the Maha Shivling chanting “PanchakPanchakshari Mantra” will attain self-realization or Aham Brahmasmi” at the sannidhi of Shiva-Sakthi swaroop at Kailash which is the top level inside this Shivling. This is a unique structure in the country to for the spiritual experience of one of its kind.

There are 6 different meditation halls representing different chakra (Adhara) in human body. Those chakras are Muladhara, Svadhishtana, Manipura, Anahatha, Vishuddha and Ajna. Muladhara is the seat of physical vitality and the fundamental urge to survive. It regulates those mechanisms which keep the physical body alive. It is the chakra whose main aspect is innocence. It is symbolized by a lotus with four petals. Svadhisthana is where we develop an inward sense of self and an outward awareness of others - ego, sexuality and family. The feelings of other people are directly perceived through mastery of this chakra’s energy. It is symbolized by a lotus with six petals within which there is a crescent moon. Manipura is located at the centre of the body. It is the place where physical energy is distributed. It is the center for unrefined emotions and personal power. It is the center that gives us the sense of complete satisfaction and contentment. Our creativity is fueled by our power of will. It is symbolized by a downward pointing triangle with ten petals. Anahata is the centre of real, unconditional affection, spiritual growth, compassion, devotion and love. It is the bridge connecting the lower and higher energies of our being and is the place where our Spirit, our true Self - free and independent resides. Anahata is symbolized by circular flower with twelve petals. Vishuddha is the centre for communication, self-expression and creativity. This is where the inner voice of one’s truth is expressed. It is the chakra of diplomacy of pure relationships with others. It is represented by a silver crescent within a white circle with 16 petals. Ajna is the seat of intuition and direct spiritual vision; it is here that we visualize things through our “third eye” of intuitive knowledge. The opening of the third-eye corresponds with spiritual awakening. It is the chakra of forgiveness and compassion. It is symbolized by a lotus with two petals. Meditation halls representing Muladhara, Svadhishthana, Manipura, Anahatha, Vishuddha and Ajna are coloured Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue and Indigo respectively.In addition to the 6 meditation halls there exist another 2 halls, one at the bottom and other at the top of the Maha Shivling. Devotees are allowed to meditate at each meditation hall by knowing about and concentrating at symbols and mantra of each chakra present there. Through meditation at Maha Shivling, devotees can attain self realization - “Aham Brahmasmi”.

In the Prayer hall (at the bottom floor of Shivaling), there is a large Shivaling. This is for the devotees to realize the fact that one should worship his own god by himself. Here Devotees themselves can worship Lord Siva and can proceed to the next six meditation halls to meditate by concentrating on symbols and mantras of each Adhara and finally devotees can reach Kailasam which is at the top level of Maha Shivling. There each devotee can reach at the Sannidhi of Sri Sivaparvathi at Kailasam. This floor represent Sahasrara chakra with violet coloured 1000 petaled lotus at the dome. At this highest level one can realize the ultimate truth “Aham Brahmasmi”. Way to the top level of the Maha Shivling is spiral shaped and is engulfed by a cave like atmosphere and plenty of carvings (of Monks) pertained to meditation. Inside Maha Shivling, 108 different Shivling can be seen along with 64 forms of Lord Siva. The serene atmosphere inside the Shivling. }} . gives a rich spiritual experience to each devotee who visits Maheswaram Sri Sivaparvathi Temple.