About Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple is considered as one among the 12 Jyotirlinga Temples is located in the middle of Nallamala Hills surrounded by dense forest. The main deity of the temple is Lord Shiva who presides in this temple in the form of “Shiv Ling”. The appearance of Jyotirlinga along with Maha Sakthi (Bhramaramba Devi) is the rare feature and it is one of its natures. Eventhough the exact period of origin of this temple cannot be predicted, the temple was listed in many ancient literatures like Skanda Purana, Mahabharata etc. Adi Shankar, a divine sage wrote Sivananda Lahiri after visiting this temple. As per mythological facts, Sri Rama had installed Sahasralingam in the courtyard of the temple. Similarly, Panchapandava Lingam had been installed by Pandavas in this temple. In Mahabharata, Srisailam was referred as “Sri Parvata”. The heroic versions from great Indian epics Ramayana and Mahabharata have been inscribed on the temple walls. From the Satavahanas of 2nd century says that the temple was constructed by Vijayanagara Empire with finest Dravidian Style of architecture with wide courtyards.
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Kamaldham Mandir Lotus Temple, Telangana
0 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Nestled in the serene surroundings of [Location], the Kamaldham Mandir Lotus Temple is a revered spiritual site and a must-visit for anyone...
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Shikaresvara Temple, Andhra Pradesh
1.8 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Shikaresvara Temple is atop the highest point (2830 feet) called Shikaram, in Nallamala Hill of Srisailam. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva....
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Hathakesvara Temple, Andhra Pradesh
6.1 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Small but architecturally beautiful temple, Hathakesvara Temple is located on the foothills of Nallamala Hills in Srisailam. The temple is...
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Srisailam Dam, Andhra Pradesh
16 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
India’s third largest Hydroelectric Project, Srisailam dam was constructed across River Krishna when it flows through Srisailam of Kurnool...
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Nagarjunakonda, Andhra Pradesh
*39.6 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Nagarjunakonda, an island in Guntur district is actually a historical Buddhist town. In ancient period, this place was termed as Sri Parvata. The...
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Nallamala Hills, Andhra Pradesh
*40.3 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Nallamala Hills located in Eastern Ghats have rocky terrain and surrounded by dense forests. The Srisailam Dam is main attraction of the region....
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Akka Mahadevi caves, Andhra Pradesh
44.2 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
The visit to Akka Mahadevi Caves is going to be enthralling part of visiting the Srisailam. You have to reach Patal Ganga using a ropeway. In...
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Rajiv Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh
53.4 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Covering approximately 3568 square kilometers, Rajiv Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary or Srisailam Sanctuary or formerly called Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam...
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Mallela Theertham, Andhra Pradesh
56.7 km from Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - See map
Deep within the thick deciduous forest lays the Mallela Theertham. The bumpy road and 250 muddy steps lead you down the valley to reach the...
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