India is known all over the world for its temples. There are more than one temples in India, some of which are known for their beauty and some for their architecture. Some such temples are also seen in Andhra Pradesh, which not only have great religious importance but are also famous for their centuries-old magnificent architecture. Every year lakhs of devotees from different corners of the country reach here to visit the temples. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some such famous temples of Andhra Pradesh, which you too can plan to visit with friends or family. Let's know about these temples...

Sri Venkateswara Temple
Tirupati Balaji Temple is one of the most prestigious and famous temples situated on Tirumala hill in Tirupati in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, which is thronged by tourists and pilgrims throughout the year. Within the temple you will find a variety of precincts, the temple is known for its special pujas, which are conducted daily from 5:30 am to 6:30 am. This temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and has been established here since the 12th century. It is one of the holiest and richest temples in the world and is visited by lakhs of devotees to pay their respects.

Mallikarjuna 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 Vijayanagara king Harihara Raya. If mythology is to be believed, sage Bringi was cursed by Goddess Parvati to stand in the temple, as he only worshiped Lord Shiva. Then Lord Shiva, after consoling the goddess, gave her a third leg so that she could stand more comfortably. The temple has idols of Nandi, Sahasralinga, and Nataraja along with an idol of sage Bringi standing on three legs.

Srikalahasti Temple
Srikalahasti Temple is a major temple located in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, often referred to as the holy city of South-East India as it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has immense 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 his blessings. Let us tell you that Srikalahasti Temple (was built during the ancient Pallava period, and is also counted among the ancient temples of Andhra Pradesh. The famous belief associated with the temple is that people who are troubled by various doshas can worship in this temple for their peace. Can get worship done. The temple represents air, one of the five elements (Panch Bhoota).

Lepakshi Temple
Lepakshi Temple is a major tourist destination of Andhra Pradesh. Lepakshi Temple, also known as Veerabhadra Temple and Hanging Temple, is located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. Lepakshi Temple is also famous for its 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 Hanging Temple. Here you will also see the footprints of Mata Sita. Apart from architectural importance, the temple is also an important pilgrimage center for Lord Shiva as per Skanda Purana. Lepakshi is one such temple, which attracts pilgrims as well as art lovers.

Ranganatha Temple
Situated on the banks of the Pennar River, Ranganatha Temple is one of the most revered temples in Nellore. very big religious of the temple It is of great 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 exquisite carvings. It has seven vessels of gold adorned with huge mirrors within the temple complex. The presiding deity of the temple, the idol of Lord Sri Ranganathaswamy is enshrined. The Adda Mandapam or hall located within the complex is decorated with intricate carvings.

Kanaka Durga Temple
Kanaka Durga Temple is a famous temple in Andhra Pradesh dedicated to Goddess Durga, which is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths located in the country. The Kanaka Durga Temple is situated on the Indrakeeladri Hill in Vijayawada and is built in the stunning Dravidian style of architecture. Adi Shankaracharya is believed to have visited this temple and installed the Sri 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.

Ahobilam Temple
Ahobilam is a small village, which is famous for Lord Narasimha Swamy Temple. Ahobilam Temple is dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy. There are also temples of Adi Lakshmi Devi and Chenchu Lakshmi Devi in the temple complex. The holy Ahobilam temple was built on the footprint of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy which measures 5 feet 3 inches. It is believed that couples who get married in this temple have a happy life. Being one of the 108 Divya Desams, this temple is the place where Lord Hiranyakashipu was killed.

Sinhachal Temple
Simhachalam Temple, one of the most visited temples of Andhra Pradesh, is situated on top of a hill 800 meters above sea level in the city of Visakhapatnam. This famous temple in Andhra Pradesh is dedicated to Lord Narasimha, who is an incarnation of Vishnu himself. The Simhachalam temple is decorated with elaborate stone carvings and designs, a fusion of Odisha, Chalukya, and Chola architectural styles. This is the only temple in the country where Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy – a combination of the third and fourth incarnations of Lord Vishnu. In which Lord Narasimha appears in Tribhanga posture. Here he has two hands with a lion's head on a human torso.

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