Temple Icon Arasavalli Sun Temple

📍 Arasavalli, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh

National Significance

One of the most ancient Sun temples in India, Arasavalli is dedicated to Lord Surya and is famous for its unique architectural design and powerful solar worship traditions.

Arasavalli Sun Temple

🕉️ Divine Snapshot

Primary Deity:

Lord Surya (Sun God)

Full Address:

Sri Suryanarayana Swamy Temple, Arasavalli Village, Srikakulam District, Andhra Pradesh 532402, India

Spiritual Highlights

Unique Powers:

The temple grants healing from skin diseases and eye ailments, vitality and health, knowledge and enlightenment, success and prosperity, removal of negativity, and protection from evil influences.

Miracle Beliefs:

The temple is famous for miraculous healing of skin conditions, restoration of eyesight, relief from chronic diseases, successful solar remedies, and powerful sunrise worship experiences.

Devotee Practices:

Early morning sunrise worship, offering red flowers and coconuts, solar meditation, therapeutic sun exposure, chanting Surya mantras, and seeking healing from diseases.

Spiritual Benefits:

Healing from skin diseases and eye problems, vitality and physical health, mental clarity and knowledge, success in endeavors, removal of obstacles, and protection from negative energies.

About Arasavalli Sun Temple

Arasavalli Sun Temple, located in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, is one of the oldest and most significant Sun temples in India, dating back to the 7th century CE. The temple is dedicated to Lord Surya (Sun God) and represents the ancient tradition of solar worship in South India. The temple features unique architectural elements with intricate carvings depicting various solar deities and celestial beings. According to legend, the temple was built by the sage Kalava to worship the Sun God, and it has been a center of solar worship for over 1300 years. The temple is particularly famous for its healing powers related to skin diseases and eye ailments, which are believed to be cured by the divine rays of the Sun God.

Architecture & Heritage

Architectural Style:

Kalinga Architecture (7th Century CE)

Architecture Highlights:

Ancient Kalinga architecture, solar deity carvings, celestial being sculptures, traditional temple design, astronomical alignments

Sacred Objects:

Solar deity idol, seven horse chariot representations, solar disc symbols, healing prayer areas, ancient inscriptions

Festivals & Celebrations

Major Festivals:
Ratha Saptami Makara Sankranti Solar Eclipse Special Prayers 🎊 Chhath Puja 🎊 Summer Solstice
Special Events:

Solar chariot festival, sunrise worship ceremonies, healing prayer sessions, solar eclipse special rituals

Seasonal Celebrations:

Winter solar festivals, summer solstice celebrations, monsoon sun worship, solar new year observances

Rituals & Traditions

Daily Rituals:

Sunrise worship rituals, solar meditation ceremonies, healing prayer services, traditional solar offerings

Special Traditions:

Ancient solar worship traditions, healing through sun exposure, early morning ritual practices, solar festival celebrations

Prasada Available:

Sun-blessed prasadam including traditional sweets, solar remedy preparations, and health-promoting offerings

Visitor Guidelines

Dress Code:

Traditional attire preferred. Light colored clothing recommended for solar worship.

Accessibility:

Ground level temple with easy accessibility. Suitable for elderly and disabled visitors.

Online Sevas & Darshanam

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pulihora prasadam

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Suryanamaskaram (ఆలయ మండపం నందు) Proksha seva
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Suryanamaskaram (ఆలయ మండపం నందు) Proksha seva

Suryanamaskaram (ఆలయ మండపం నందు) DAILY MORNING 8 A.M TO 11.30 A.M ONLY SUNDAY 6 A.M TO 11.30 A.M

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Kalyana Seva pratyaksha seva

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Kalyana Seva Paroksha seva Every month 2 times on day ekkadasi.

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SASWATHA SURYANAMASKARAMULU(శాశ్వత సేవ)

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport:

Visakhapatnam Airport (120 km)

Nearest Railway:

Srikakulam Railway Station (18 km)

Nearest Bus Stop:

Arasavalli Bus Stand (1 km)

Travel Tips:

By Road: Connected from Srikakulam and Vizianagaram. By Train: Srikakulam Road station. Ancient solar worship site.