Goddess Gangamma Temple is in the outskirts of Dhenuva Konda, Garlapadu village in Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh, India. Sunday is preferable day to offer pooja in the temple. Goddess Gangamma is a powerful figure to the Yadava community. They celebrate Jatara for her on the full moon in April. During Jatara, the temple is decorated with a huge set of lighting. Devotees visit and pray to […]
Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh, located on the southeastern coast of India, is a state that boasts of a rich cultural heritage, and is home to some of the most exquisite temples in the country. These temples are a perfect blend of intricate architecture, exquisite carvings, and rich history, making them a popular destination for tourists and pilgrims alike.
One of the most popular temples in Andhra Pradesh is the Sri Venkateswara Temple located in Tirumala. It is considered to be one of the richest and most visited temples in the world and attracts millions of devotees every year. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and is situated atop the seven hills of Tirumala.
Apart from the Sri Venkateswara Temple, Andhra Pradesh is also home to several other ancient temples such as the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Nellore, the Bhadrachalam Temple dedicated to Lord Rama, and the Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada. Each of these temples is known for its unique architecture, fascinating history, and spiritual significance.
In addition to the ancient temples, Andhra Pradesh is also home to some modern architectural wonders such as the Lepakshi Temple, which is famous for its hanging pillar and beautiful frescoes. The Thousand Pillar Temple in Warangal is another example of brilliant architecture that attracts visitors from all over the world.
Overall, Andhra Pradesh is a treasure trove of temples that showcase the rich cultural heritage of the state. These temples not only provide a spiritual experience but also offer a glimpse into the history and architecture of ancient India.
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Beeramgunta Poleramma Temple, Nellore
Beeramgunta Poleramma Temple is a re-established 200 years-old temple in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, sacred to the goddess Poleramma. Poleramma is a pre-Vedic deity, who is predominantly worshipped in Andhra Pradesh, and a local form of Sakti. She is worshipped as Grama devata (goddess who protects the village). The new temple was established in the center of […]
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Aretamma Temple, Nellore
The Aretamma Temple (also known as Arvetamma) is a Hindu temple in Veguru Village, Kovur Mandal, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India. Aretamma is worshiped as Grama devata (Goddess who protects Veguru village). She was born in a brahamana house. When counting rice one stone found in rice bag the stone called Aretamma. One day she said to him bramhana person build my temple in this village to place me […]
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Swayambhu Sri Abhista Gnana Ganapathi Temple, Kurnool
Swayambhu Sri Abhista Gnana Ganapathi Temple is a Swayambhu (Self anifested) anapathi temple in Kurnool, known as SSAGG temple located in Kurnool district of he Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Contact Details
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Sangameswara temple, Kurnool
The Sangameswara temple is a Hindu temple in the Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located near Muchumarri at the confluence of the Krishna and Bhavanasi rivers, in the foreshore of the Srisailam reservoir where it is submerged for part of the time, surfacing when the water level recedes to a sufficient degree.It was first submerged after the Srisailam Dam was constructed in 1981, and first […]
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Koulutla Chenna Kesava Temple, Kurnool
Koulutla Chenna Kesava Temple is located in a reserved forest of Kappatralla, 50 km from district Kurnool District headquarters. The great Vijayanagara King, Sri Krishna Deva Raya, constructed a temple complex for the deity. Along with Koulutla Chena Kesava Temple there are additional Shiva temples in this shrine. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Kappatralla village, […]
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Peddintlamma Temple, Krishna
Peddintlamma Temple is a Hindu pilgrimage center. It is located on the shores of Kolleru Lake in Kolletikota of Krishna district in Andhra Pradesh. During the 13th century, the temple was constructed by Eastern Ganga Dynasty Army General under the reign of a Suryavansha Vadiya king, Langula Narasimhadeva (Langula Gajapathi Raju) of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Kolletikota, Andhra Pradesh 521340 Contact Details […]
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Paritala Anjaneya Temple, Krishna
Paritala Anjaneya Temple is a temple residing statue of Lord Hanuman. The statue is the tallest one dedicated to Lord Hanuman in the world.It is located in the village of Paritala on NH-9, approximately 30 km from the city of Vijayawada, in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The statue was installed in the year 2003 and stands 135 feet (41 metres) tall. The statue […]
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Ballasulamma temple, Krishna
The history of the famous Kallapalem Ballasulamma temple. Kallapalem is a small village in the Kalidindi Mandal of Krishna District in Andhra Pradesh, India. The incident happened back 400 years. The northern part of an Indian family of Ramannna with two sons Pedda Ramanna and China Ramanna were living together. Cattle raising was their profession. The Pedda veranna is soft and China veranna is […]
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Pithapuram Temple, East Godavari
Pithapuram Temple is a temple in the Pithapuram area of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is 75 km (47 mi) from Rajahmundry and 20 km (12 mi) from Kakinada. The main deity of this Hindu temple is Kukkuteshwara Swamy. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Contact Details