Sri Chenna Kesava Swamy Temple

Andhra Pradesh , Kadapa, Hyderabad

Sri Chenna Kesava Swamy Temple is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated in the Cuddapah district of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is located on the banks of Penna River. The temple is currently under the protection of Central Archaeological Survey of India.

Legend

According to the legends, once Garuda was carrying a pot of nectar from the kingdom of heaven, to relieve his mother from sufferings. On his way, Garuda met Indra and they had an argument. Indra attacked Garuda. During the fight a drop of nectar fell into the tank in this place, which in turn acquired the property of causing rejuvenation and immortality. Brahma the creator of life was discredited and thereupon, sage Narada advised Hanuman to drop a hill to cover the tank. When he did so, the hill instead of sinking floated on the water like a flower. This accounts for the significance of the place.

Architecture

The entrance area of temple has been decorated by 5 tiered Gopuram. The walls of this pilgrimage have sculptures constructed by limestone. The temple of Chennakesava is an artistic structure with three Shrines inside and two sub-shrines outside of the elevated platform. The shrines inside the platform has the main deity of Chennakesava and Shrine to the left dedicated for a Shiva Linga. The shrine of Chennakesava faces west and houses an idol of standing Chennakesava Swamy towering at almost 10 feet. There is a sacred theertham within the temple premises called as Amrutha Sarovar.

Darsan Info

The temple is open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Darsan Dresscode

Devotees are advised to dress appropriately.

Culture

Andhra Pradesh has a rich and diverse culture. Andhra Pradesh is definitely a priceless gem
present in the tiara of Indian glory. The uniqueness of this state is distinctly observed
from its diverse religions and communities followed by Andhra people.An affinity for different cultures and a rare open-mindedness cultivated by a rich history allows for a harmonious way of life in the City of Nawabs. Cuddapah district primarily can be said to be an agricultural and industrial region, laying stress on the metropolitan future. Mosques, Buddhist architecture and Hindu temples dominate the structural map of Cuddapah.