India is known all over the world for its temples. More than one temple in India is seen to be seen, some of which are known for their beauty and some for their architecture. The view of some such temples is also seen in Andhra Pradesh, which not only has great religious significance, but they are also famous for its centuries-old magnificent architecture. Every year lakhs of devotees from different corners of the country reach here to visit temples. Today, in this episode, we are going to tell you about some such famous temples of Andhra Pradesh, where you can also plan to hang out with friends or family. Let us know about these temples ...

Sri Venkateswara Temple
Tirupati Balaji Temple is the most prestigious and famous temple situated on the hill of Tirumala in Tirupati in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, where a crowd of tourists and pilgrims is seen throughout the year. Inside the temple you will see a variety of campuses, the temple is known for its special worship, which is held daily from 5:30 am to 6:30 am. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and has been established here since the 12th century. It is one of the most sacred and wealthiest temples in the world and millions of devotees come here to pay their reverence.

Mallikarjun Swamy Temple
Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple is situated on the southern bank of the Krishna River. The city of Srisailam is known because of this temple. This temple was built by King Harihar Rai of Vijayanagar. If the mythology is to be believed, then in the temple, Goddess Parvati cursed the sage Bringi to stand, because she only worshiped Lord Shiva. Then Lord Shiva gave him a third leg after consolation to the goddess so that he could stand more comfortably. The temple has idols of Nandi, Sahasraling, and Nataraja along with the statue of sage Bringi standing on three legs.

Srikalahasti Temple
Srikalahasti Temple is a major temple of Andhra Pradesh located in Chittoor district which is often known as the holy city of south-east India as it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has extreme religious significance for Hindus. Because of this devotees of Lord Shiva from all over the world come to the temple to worship him and seek blessings. Explain that Srikalahasti Temple (was built during the ancient Pallava period, which is also counted in the ancient temple of Andhra Pradesh. The famous belief is that those who are troubled by various doshas, ​​worship for their peace in this temple Archana can be done. The temple represents one of the five elements (Panch Ghost).

Lapakshi temple
The Lepakshi Temple is a major tourist destination of Andhra Pradesh. The Lepakshi Temple in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh is also known as Virbhadra Temple and Hanging Temple. The Lepakshi Temple is famous for mysterious stories as well as the Hanging Pillar. It is said that a glimpse of the history of the Vijayanagara Empire is also seen in this temple. Being a hanging pillar, it is also known as Henging Temple. Here you will also get to see the footsteps of Mother Sita. Apart from architectural importance, according to Skanda Purana, the temple is also an important pilgrimage center of Lord Shiva. Lepakshi is a temple that attracts art lovers besides pilgrims.

Ranganath Temple
Located on the banks of the Pennar River, the Ranganath Temple is one of the most prestigious temples in Nellore. A great dha of the temple, It is important importance and is considered to be the oldest temple in the region which attracts such a large number of devotees. The temple is also known for its beautiful architecture and best carving. It has seven gold utensils adorned with huge mirrors inside the temple complex. The presiding deity of the temple, the idol of Lord Shri Ranganathaswamy is seated. The Adda Mandapam or Hall located inside the complex is decorated with complex carvings.

Kanak Durga Temple
Kanak Durga Temple is a famous temple of Andhra Pradesh dedicated to Goddess Durga, one of the 51 Shaktipeeths located in the country. The Kanak Durga Temple is installed on the Indrakiladri hill in Vijayawada which is built in the amazing architectural Dravidian style. Adi Shankaracharya is believed to have visited this temple and established Shri Chakra here. One of the ancient temples of Andhra Pradesh, this temple is also mentioned in many sacred texts and Vedic literature, according to which this temple was built by Arjuna.

Ahobylum Temple
Ahobylum is a small village, which is famous for Lord Narasimha Swamy Temple. The Ahobylum temple is dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swami. The temple complex also consists of Adi Lakshmi Devi Temple and Teenthu Lakshmi Devi Temple. The holy Ahobylum temple was built in the footsteps of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swami, which is 5 feet 3 inches. It is believed that couples who get married in this temple are happy in their lives. Being one of the 108 divine dessms, this temple is the temple where Hiranyakashyap was killed by God.

Sinhal Temple
One of the most-seen temples in Andhra Pradesh is located above a hill 800 meters above sea level in the city of Visakhapatnam, one of the most seen temples. This famous temple of Andhra Pradesh is dedicated to Lord Narasimha, who himself is an incarnation of Vishnu. The Sinchalam temple is decorated with wide stone carvings and designs that have a wonderful mix of Odisha, Chalukya, and Chola architectural styles. It is the only temple in the country where Shri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swami - which is the combination of the third and fourth incarnations of Lord Vishnu. In which Lord Narasimha appears in Tribhanga posture, he has two hands with a lion's head on his human torso.

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