Sakshi Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple Ponnur History

As per the Legends, A Brahmin by the Name Kesavaiah was childless and used to visit holy shrines with his brother-in-law Govindudu. Kesavaiah had promised Govindudu at the premises of Lord Narayana in Kasi that he will give his daughter to Govindudu for marriage. With blessings from Kasi Narayana, Kesavaiah was blessed with a baby girl and named her AkkaLakshmi. When Akkalakshmi attained the age for marriage, Govindudu expressed his interest to Kesavaiah in marrying Akkalakshmi. Kesavaiah discarded his proposal and asked him for the witness. Govindudu went to Kasi and prayed Lord Vishnu to act his witness. Impressed Lord Narayana manifested in Ponnur and acted as the witness for the Kesavaiah’s promise. Hence, the name Sakshi Bhavanarayana Swamy.

It is also said that Lord Siva also came along with Narayana as the witness and manifested here.

It is believed that Lord Brahma used to take a bath at Brahma Pushkarini (temple tank) while performing penance at Ghostivanam.

How to reach Sakshi Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple Ponnur?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Vijayawada which is 79 km from the temple.

By Train

1. The nearest major railway junction is at Guntur which is 32 km away. Guntur station is well connected with all parts of India.

By Road

1. Direct bus to the temple is available from Guntur and Tenali stations which are 30 km from the temple.

Sakshi Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple Ponnur

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Ponnur Anjaneya Swamy Temple History

This temple was built by Kota Jaganatha Swamy in 1969 AD and installed Anjaneya Swamy and Garuda Statues. Anjaneya Swamy is of 24 ft tall, 12 ft wide and 4 ft thickness. This statue carved out of a single black granite rock which was brought under the surveillance of Bhavanarayana Swamy from Edlapadu near Chilakaluripet. There is a temple for Garuda within the temple complex which is of 30 ft tall, 15 ft wide and 6 ft thickness.

Temple address

Sri Sahasra Lingeswara Swamy and Sri Veera Anjaneya Swamy Devasthanam, Ponnuru, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh.

Ponnur Anjaneya Swamy Temple Timings and Darshan

Opening Hours: 6:00 am – 8:00 pm.

Special Darshan Ticket Cost: Rs.5 per person. Timings: 5:00 am – 8:30 pm.

Ponnur Anjaneya Swamy Temple Poojas and Sevas

Hanuman Jayanthi Festival Schedule

Couples can participate in the Kalyanotsavam on purchasing the tickets over the counter.

Devotees can participate in the Rathotsavam event on purchasing the tickets.

How to reach Ponnur Anjaneya Swamy Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Vijayawada which is 79 km from the temple.

By Train

1. The nearest major railway junction is at Guntur which is 32 km away. Guntur station is well connected with all parts of India.

By Road

1. The Direct bus to the temple is available from Guntur and Tenali stations which are 30 km from the temple.

Ponnur Anjaneya Swamy Temple Images

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Bapatla Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple History

This temple is of 1500 years old and belongs to Saliavahana Sakam 515.  This temple was built during the reign of Chola King, Krimikanta Chola in the 5th century AD. During this time Chola King installed Eight village deities on the eight corners of the Village. This temple received patronage from Gajapati Kings and then by Vijayanagara Kings. This temple was exploited by the Muslim Kings and then by British rulers. French rulers demolished the eight deities in the village. The present Village deity Poleramma was installed in the South direction by the devotees.

The temple was renovated by Diwan Sri Raja Kadrengula Jogi Jagannatha Rao Bahadur from Rajahmundry and later by Raja Vasireddi Venkatadri. Temple tower was built by the Zamindar of Challapalli, Raja Vasireddi Venkatadri in 1850 AD. The temple tower of 85 ft tall and 25 ft wide was collapsed on 23 Oct 11.

How to reach Bapatla Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest international airport is at Vijayawada which is 99 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Bapatla which is at a walkable distance. Temple is easily reachable from Guntur and Vijayawada stations which are well connected with all parts of India and with good frequency.

By Road

1. Bapatla bus station is well connected with major cities of Andhra Pradesh.

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Mallavaram Venkateswara Swamy Temple History

As per the Legends, Once Lord Venkateswara happens to reach Gundika river. Impressed with the beauty of the hill, he thought of taking rest here. Tammavarapu Hill told Lord that it can’t bear him. Angered Venkateswara kicked the edge of the hill, part of which fell into Gundlakamma. Even today the broken piece of the hill can be seen in the middle of Gundlakmma. Mallavaram Hill requested the Lord to take rest on him. Lord accepted the kind request and took rest on this hill for some time. Lord went around the hills on a Horse, footprints which are still visible. While leaving the place, the Lord asked the Hill if you have any wish. Mallavaram with great devotion requested Lord to leave him velour on him. Lord granted the wish of the Hill and left the place. Later, while Sage Narada moving around this place, found the velour of the Lord and installed the Idol here.  It is said that Serpent King Adisesha performed Pooja to the Lord here.

Mallavaram Venkateswara Swamy Temple

This temple was built by the King Krishna Devaraya of Vijayanagara Dynasty in 15th century A.D. Later, Addanki Reddy kings donated lands to the temple. Earliest inscription dates to 1227 A.D that a devotee by name Komati Vema Reddy performed a huge ritual at this place. Steps to the temple were built by the Reddy rulers.

Darshan Duration: 15 to 20 mins during weekdays. 20 to 30 mins during weekends.

Darshan Dress Code: Any decent outfit.

How to reach Mallavaram Venkateswara Swamy Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest international airport is at Vijayawada which is 178 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Macherla which is 24 km away.
2. Next nearest railway station is at Nadikudi which is 32 km away.

By Road

1. Direct bus to Mallavaram is available from Macherla and Nadikudi stations.

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