Devuni Kadapa History and Architecture

The Idol of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy has been installed by Kripacharya. In Puranas, Devuni Kadapa is mentioned as “Kripavathi Kshetram”. In olden days, Pilgrims visit this temple before starting their journey towards Tirumala. This temple is another best example of Vijayanagar culture and architecture.

One should not miss the design on the Temple walls and sculptures on the pillars and Mukha mandapam inside the temple.

There is a Lizard sculptured on the roof of the temple, belief is that whoever touches this Kasi Balli (Lizard) will get rid of Lizard’s ill effects (Dosham). It is a belief, if a lizard falls on a human body, then it is considered as a Dosham and should be rectified.

Temple is at Patha Kadapa area, which means Old Kadapa.

How to reach this Devuni Kadapa Temple?

1. 7 km from Kadapa Railway station
2. 4.5 km from Kadapa Bus station.
3. 145 km From Tirupati, it takes 2 hours 45 mins by Road.

A.P.T.D.C Tour package

A.P.T.D.C is offering one day and two days tour package, which covers Local temples in Kadapa, Ammen peer Darga, Devuni Kadapa, Pushpagiri, Brahmamgari Mattam, Sidhout fort, Vontimitta, Shilparamam.

It cost Rs.449 for adult, 450 for the child (Includes Veg Lunch)

Time: 8:30 am

Address: Haritha Hotel, Opp. S.P.Banglaw, Kadapa.

Devuni Kadapa Temple Gallery

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