Srikalahasti

Srikalahasti - Worth visiting for its Srikalahasteeswara Temple (Srikalahasti Temple). A holy place that you cannot afford to miss in Andhra Pradesh.

Srikalahasti - City Guide

The beauty of Srikalahasti lies in its spirituality and divine aura. The holy town lures visitors from far and wide with its captivating beauty and ornate temples.

The highly revered Srikalahasteeswara Temple (Srikalahasti Temple) brings fame to Srikalahasti. Often referred to as the Dakshin Kailash or Kailash of the South, it is one of the most famous pilgrimage centres for devotees of Lord Shiva in Andhra Pradesh.

Srikalahasti Temple is believed to be the holy site where Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva was ready to offer his eyes to cover blood flowing from the Linga before Lord Shiva stopped him and granted him moksha.

Srikalahasteeswara Temple is one of the Panchabhoota Sthalams that represents wind and it is famous for housing Vayu Lingam. This sacred shrine is also regarded as Rahu-Ketu kshetra where devotees offer prayers and rituals to get rid of the malefic effects caused by Rahu and Ketu (the shadow planets). The grand and splendid architecture of Srikalahasteeswara Temple throws light on the outstanding craftsmanship of the Chola dynasty. The history behind Srikalahasti Temple is quite fascinating. According to legends, a spider, a serpent, and an elephant were believed to have worshipped Lord Shiva at this place and attained salvation. Srikalahasti is dotted with many other temples and shrines, making it a popular tourist destination in Andhra Pradesh.