Bhramaramba Devi Temple Srisailam
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π Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh
β Featured National SignificanceLocated in Srisailam, this temple is both a Shakti Peetha and part of the Jyotirlinga complex, making it the only place where both Shiva and Shakti are worshipped together as equal powers.
π Practical Information
ποΈ Spiritual Details
Goddess Bhramaramba (Parvati)
Shakti Peetha and Jyotirlinga Complex
Bhramaramba, Parvati, Adi Shakti
β¨ Spiritual Highlights
The goddess grants the combined blessings of both Shiva and Shakti, providing material prosperity, spiritual advancement, family harmony, and protection from all negative forces.
The temple is famous for granting wishes related to family unity, marital harmony, fertility, and spiritual progress. The combined power of Shiva and Shakti is believed to resolve complex life problems.
Combined worship of Mallikarjuna and Bhramaramba, offering prayers for family harmony, participating in special Shakti pujas, performing archana, and seeking blessings for marital bliss.
Family harmony, marital bliss, fertility and childbirth, prosperity, spiritual advancement, protection from enemies, and the unique blessing of both Shiva and Shakti energies.
π About Bhramaramba Devi Temple Srisailam
Bhramaramba Devi Temple in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh, is unique among Shakti Peethas as it is located within the same complex as the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, making it the only place where both Shiva and Shakti are worshipped with equal reverence. The temple is situated on the Nallamala Hills and is surrounded by dense forests and the Krishna River. According to legend, this is where Sati's neck fell, making it one of the 18 primary Shakti Peethas. The goddess is worshipped as Bhramaramba, meaning the "mother of bees," symbolizing the sweet nectar of divine grace.
ποΈ Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian and Vijayanagara Style (2nd Century BCE (renovated multiple times))
Ancient Dravidian architecture integrated with Jyotirlinga complex, beautiful carvings, hilltop location with forest and river views
Bhramaramba deity, Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, ancient sculptures, sacred pools, and forest surroundings
π Festivals & Celebrations
Navaratri: September-October, Maha Shivaratri: February-March, Ugadi: March-April
Shakti puja celebrations, combined Shiva-Shakti worship, women's special prayer days
Monsoon goddess celebrations, Dussehra festivities, winter spiritual gatherings
π Rituals & Traditions
Combined Shiva-Shakti rituals, daily goddess pujas, special tantric ceremonies, abhishekam to both deities
Unique Shiva-Shakti combined worship, hilltop forest temple experience, Krishna River rituals, bee symbolism traditions
Special prasadam blessed by both Shiva and Shakti, traditional offerings, honey-based preparations
π Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Indian attire required. Modest clothing mandatory. Remove footwear before entering.
Partially wheelchair accessible. Hill terrain may be challenging. Assistance available.
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ποΈ Divine Snapshot
Goddess Bhramaramba (Parvati)
Shakti Peetha and Jyotirlinga Complex
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Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh
Bhramaramba Devi Temple, Srisailam, Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh 518101, India
βοΈ How to Reach
Hyderabad Airport (250 km)
Markapur Railway Station (90 km)
Srisailam Bus Stand (2 km)
By Road: Connected via NH-44 from Hyderabad. Hill road with scenic forest views. Regular bus services available.
π¨ Accommodation
Temple guest houses, Haritha Hotel, private accommodations, and government guest houses available.
πΊοΈ Nearby Attractions
Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, Srisailam Dam, Akkamahadevi Caves, Mallela Theertham, and Nallamala Forest
π Associated Deities
π§ Audio Guide Available
Audio guide is available for this temple to enhance your spiritual experience.