Kannappa is a legendary figure in Telugu folklore, widely celebrated for his devotion to the Hindu god Shiva. His story is closely connected with the Srikalahasteeswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh, India. Kannappa, originally a hunter, became renowned for offering his eyes to a Siva Lingam as an act of ultimate devotion. Before he could sacrifice both eyes, Shiva appeared and stopped him.[1][2][3]
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