Sri Vaikuntanatha Swamy Temple is a 500 year old Vaishnavite temple situated at Therani village in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu who is referred to as Vaikuntanatha. The temples was constructed during 16th Century on the banks of river Kushasthali. The temple is 5 km away from Nagari town and 50 km away from Tirupati city. The temple was built during 16th Century […]
Chittoor
Chittoor, a city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, is renowned for its rich cultural and religious heritage. The city is home to several ancient temples that reflect the region’s spiritual legacy and attract thousands of visitors every year.
One of the most famous temples in Chittoor is the Sri Venkateswara Temple, located in Tirupati. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and is considered one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in India. The temple’s intricate carvings, sculptures, and majestic architecture are awe-inspiring, and its spiritual atmosphere attracts devotees from across the world.
Another significant temple in Chittoor is the Sri Kalahasti Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is renowned for its architectural beauty and is believed to be one of the Panchabhoota Sthalams, where Lord Shiva is said to have manifested as an element of nature. The temple’s unique location at the base of a hill and its serene ambiance make it a popular spot for meditation and introspection.
The Govindaraja Swamy Temple, located in the heart of Chittoor city, is another significant temple in the region. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is known for its beautiful architecture and intricate carvings. The temple’s annual Brahmotsavam festival, held in the months of February and March, is a major attraction, drawing devotees from far and wide.
Other notable temples in Chittoor include the Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, the Sri Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple, and the Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Temple, each with its unique history and significance.
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Ekam – The Oneness Temple, Chittoor
The Ekam is located in Varadaiahpalem, Andhra Pradesh, India. The Oneness Temple is built on the grounds of the Oneness University campus of Sri Bhagavan’s ashram. The temple was inaugurated in April 2008.The temple is located in a wide open land beside the misty Eastern Ghats mountains. The location where the temple is built was supposed to have been where many rishis had meditated from the ancient […]
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Vakula Devi, Chittoor
Vakula Devi is the foster mother of Lord Venkateswara. As per the legend of Tirumala, it dates back to Dvapara Yuga when Yasoda, the foster mother of Lord Krishna (avatar of Lord Vishnu) complains to him that she couldn’t witness any of his marriages. To this, Lord Krishna replies he would ensure she would get such opportunity later in Kali Yuga. In Kali Yuga, Lord Vishnu adorns the world as […]
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Pallikondeswara Temple, Surutapalli, Andhra Pradesh
Pallikondeswara Temple, Surutapalli, Andhra Pradesh Date built: – Deity: shiva Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Sivarathri Locale: Surutapalli District:: chittoor Address: – Phone – Pallikondeswara Temple(also Pradosha kshetram) is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Shiva located in Surutapalli,[1] a village in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India. The presiding deity Pallikondeswara, unlike other Siva Temples, will be in reclining posture in the […]
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Konetirayala Temple, Keelapatla, Andhra Pradesh
Konetirayala Temple, Keelapatla, Andhra Pradesh Date built: – Deity: Venkateswara Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Brahmotsavam, Vaikunta, Ekadasi, Ratha Saptami Locale: Keelaptia District:: chittor Address: – Phone – Konetirayala Swamy Temple (also known as Venkateswara Temple) is a Hindu temple of Lord Venkateswara in the village of Keelapatla, Palamaner, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, India.History says, some of the rulers who ruled this place were, Sathavahans, […]
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Siddheswara Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh
Siddheswara Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh Date built:- Deity: – Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: – District:: chittoor Address:- – Phone – Siddheswara Swamy Temple is one of the Greatest Temple in Andhra Pradesh State. It is Located in Talakona. It’s very Near to Thirupathi. The Talakona waterfall is in Sri Venkateswara National Park, Chittoor District of Andhra […]
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Kulandeshwara Temple, Andhra Pradesh
Kulandeshwara Temple, Andhra Pradesh Date built: 11th century Deity: – Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: – District:: chittor Address: – Phone – Kulandeshwara Temple, located in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is dedicated to the deity Kulandeshwara (the Hindu god Shiva). It dates back to the 11th century. It is located in Kattamanchi. Chola Period. […]
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Alipiri, Andhra Pradesh
{Temple Name} Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Vaikuntha Ekadasi, Rathasapthami Locale: – District:: chittoor Address: – Phone – Alipiri Padala Mandapam or Alipiri is the place at foot of seven hills in Tirupati, the pilgrim city of Sri Venkateswara Swami, in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. One Footstep way and two road ways, one up and one […]
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Veeranjaneya Temple, Ardhagiri, Andhra pradesh
Veeranjaneya Temple, Ardhagiri, Andhra pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Aragonda District:: Chittoor Address: {Address} Phone {Phone} Veeranjaneya Temple is a temple on the hill of Ardhagiri, dedicated to Lord Hanuman. It is situated in Aragonda of Chittoor district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How […]
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Vedanarayana Temple, Nagalapuram, Andhra Pradesh
Vedanarayana Temple, Nagalapuram, Andhra Pradesh Date built: – Deity: Garbhagriha Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Surya Pooja Locale: Nagalapuram District:: Chittoor Address: Tirupati Rd, Nagalapuram, Andhra Pradesh 517589 Phone 09848569581 Sri Vedanarayana Temple or Matsya Narayana Temple is a Hindu-Vaishnavite temple situated at Nagalapuram town in Chittoor District, of Andhra Pradesh state, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Matsya(fish) avatar […]