Amaravati Amareswara Swamy Temple
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📍 Amaravati, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
⭐ Featured National SignificanceOne of the Pancharama Kshetras, Amaravati is famous for its ancient Shiva Linga and the legend of Lord Shiva defeating the demon Tarakasura, located on the banks of River Krishna.
🕒 Practical Information
🕉️ Spiritual Details
Lord Amareswara (Shiva)
Shiva Temple
Amareswara, Amareshwar, Immortal Shiva
✨ Spiritual Highlights
The temple grants victory over enemies, immortality and longevity, liberation from sins, success in spiritual pursuits, protection from evil forces, and fulfillment of desires.
The temple is famous for miraculous healing powers, protection from premature death, successful completion of spiritual practices, victory in legal matters, and powerful Shivaratri experiences.
Offering prayers for longevity and health, performing abhishekam to the ancient Linga, River Krishna holy dips, participating in Pancharama pilgrimage, and seeking liberation.
Victory over enemies and obstacles, longevity and good health, spiritual progress and moksha, protection from evil influences, success in endeavors, and divine blessings for immortality.
📖 About Amaravati Amareswara Swamy Temple
Amaravati Amareswara Swamy Temple, located in the historic town of Amaravati in Guntur district, is one of the five Pancharama Kshetras (five temples where pieces of the original Shiva Linga fell after the demon Tarakasura was defeated). The temple sits on the banks of the sacred River Krishna and has been a significant spiritual center for over 1800 years. According to legend, when Lord Shiva destroyed the demon Tarakasura, the Linga broke into five pieces, and one piece fell at Amaravati, establishing this sacred site. The temple is also historically significant as Amaravati was the capital of the Satavahana dynasty and later served as an important Buddhist center. The current temple structure showcases beautiful Dravidian architecture and houses ancient sculptures and inscriptions.
🏛️ Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (2nd Century CE (Satavahana Period))
Ancient Dravidian architecture, riverside temple design, Satavahana period elements, historical inscriptions, traditional gopurams
Ancient Shiva Linga fragment, Pancharama sacred symbols, historical artifacts, river worship areas, Buddhist archaeological remains
🎉 Festivals & Celebrations
Maha Shivaratri: February-March, Pancharama Yatra: Year-round, Krishna Pushkaralu: Every 12 years
Ancient Linga abhishekam ceremonies, Pancharama pilgrimage rituals, river worship traditions, victory over evil celebrations
Winter Shivaratri celebrations, monsoon river worship, summer spiritual retreats, Pushkaralu river festivals
🙏 Rituals & Traditions
Ancient Linga worship rituals, River Krishna ceremonies, Pancharama pilgrimage rites, traditional abhishekam services
Pancharama pilgrimage traditions, river worship customs, ancient Linga reverence, historical temple practices
Sacred prasadam including traditional offerings, river-blessed items, Pancharama pilgrimage prasadam, and spiritual blessing materials
👕 Visitor Guidelines
Traditional South Indian attire preferred. Clean clothes for sacred River Krishna proximity.
Riverside location with easy accessibility. Suitable for elderly and disabled visitors.
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🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Amareswara (Shiva)
Shiva Temple
4:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Amaravati, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Sri Amareswara Swamy Temple, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh 522020, India
✈️ How to Reach
Vijayawada Airport (35 km)
Guntur Railway Station (30 km)
Amaravati Bus Stand (1 km)
By Road: Connected from Guntur and Vijayawada. By Train: Guntur junction. Historic riverside location.
🏨 Accommodation
Various accommodations available in Amaravati and nearby Guntur city.
🗺️ Nearby Attractions
Undavalli Caves, Mangalagiri Temple, Kondapalli Fort, Krishna River attractions, and capital region sites
🙏 Associated Deities
🎧 Audio Guide Available
Audio guide is available for this temple to enhance your spiritual experience.