Situated in Tadipatri, Andhra Pradesh, Bugga Ramalingeswara Swamy temple is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Siva. Here, Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of Ramalingeswara Swamy. The temple got this name from a perennial underground stream from which water always keeps flowing (Bugga in Telugu) into the sanctum sanctorum at the spot where the Lingam is consecrated. Built by Ramalinga Nayudu, a chieftain of the Vijayanagara Kings, in 16th century, the records indicate that a sculptor Yellanchari was brought from Banaras to construct the temple.

location Andhra Pradesh, Anantapur, Amaravathi

Legend

According to the legends, the Shiv Lingam was installed by Lord Rama to get rid of the sin of killing a demon Tataki, who is a woman. One day Lord Shiva appeared in the dreams of Pemmasani Ramalinga Naidu, Son of Thimmanaidu who was a chief commander at Sri Krsihna Devarayulu court, who ruled the region. Lord Shiva instructed him to build a temple for the idol. However, Pandits advised Pemmasani Ramalinga to stop the construction as it may cause unexpected death to the King and drought in this region. Ramalinga Naidu stopped the construction of Mahadwaram Gopuram. It is believed that the temple was constructed in the same place where Parasurama did penance for a very long time.

Architecture

The construction of the temple shows a mixture of Chalukyan, Chola and Vijayanagar architecture. The temple has main entrances on South and West. The Vijayanagar kings has built the western, northern and southern gopurams of the temple. The north gopuram although unfinished has the most elaborate sculpture, with intricate carvings. The entire Shiva Purana is carved on the walls of the temple in miniature carvings with elaborate details. This temple has a mini stone chariot similar to the famous chariot of Vittala Temple in Hampi.The Swayambhu Linga is placed on a pedestal in sanctum; water is seen flowing out of the pedestal all the time. At the river side, there is a statue of goddess standing by steps.

Culture

Anantapur is the perfect city to enjoy traditional Telugu cuisine. Rice forms the staple diet of the locals. Also, a crepe-like dish called dosa and steamed rice cakes (idli) are famous delicacies of the region. Mahashivratri is one of the major festivals in Anantapur that is celebrated with tremendous pomp and splendor.

Darsan Info

06:00 AM to 01:00 PM & 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Darsan Dresscode

Wear modest clothes

Famous Festival

The car festival is celebrated annually on Shivaratri day. Sri Ramanavami is also another major festival here.

Temple Rituals

Morning pooja and arati starts from 06:30 AM onwards. Thereafter, astothram to be performed according to the schedule calendar.

Additional Info

 

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