Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple
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๐ Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh
National SignificanceRepresenting the air element among Pancha Bhoota Stalams, Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple is famous for its perpetually flickering flame that moves despite no air current, and for Rahu-Ketu worship.
Rudrabhishekam on Monday
The most powerful Vedic ritual to invoke Lord Shiva โ dissolving negative karma, doshas & obstacles. Performed with sacred abhishekam & chants, it invites peace, health and prosperity into your life.
๐ Performed at a revered 300‑year‑old Shiva temple near Tirupati by experienced Vedic priests.
๐ Practical Information
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Lord Sri Kalahasteeswara (Shiva)
Kalahasteeswara, Vayu Lingam, Air Shiva
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Lord Sri Kalahasteeswara (Shiva)
Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple, Srikalahasti, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh 517644, India
Spiritual Highlights
The temple grants relief from Rahu-Ketu afflictions, respiratory healing, freedom from bondage, life force enhancement, spiritual liberation, and protection from negative planetary influences.
The temple is famous for the miraculous flickering flame phenomenon, powerful Rahu-Ketu remedies, respiratory healing, and liberation from various life bondages and planetary troubles.
Rahu-Ketu pooja for planetary relief, offering prayers for respiratory health, seeking liberation from bondages, air element worship, and participating in special planetary remedial ceremonies.
Relief from planetary afflictions, respiratory health and healing, freedom from various bondages, enhancement of life force, spiritual liberation, and protection from negative influences.
About Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple
Srikalahasti is one of the Panchabhoota Stalas โ the five Shiva temples representing the five elements โ and this one represents Vayu, the wind. The proof is visible: the flame in the inner sanctum flickers constantly even on the calmest days, moved by an unseen air current inside the closed rock chamber. The temple is also famous for Rahu-Ketu pooja, which draws enormous crowds of devotees seeking relief from astrological afflictions. The gopuram, rising 36 metres, is one of the finest in Andhra Pradesh.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian and Vijayanagara Architecture (5th Century CE (ancient origins))
Beautiful Dravidian architecture with intricate stone carvings, magnificent gopurams, unique flame chamber design, air-themed architectural elements
Miraculous flickering flame, Sri Kalahasteeswara lingam, Rahu-Ketu shrine, ancient air element symbols
Festivals & Celebrations
Rahu-Ketu planetary remedy ceremonies, air element worship, respiratory healing rituals, eclipse day special pujas
Monsoon air celebrations, eclipse season special ceremonies, winter planetary remedy festivals
Rituals & Traditions
Air element worship, miraculous flame reverence, Rahu-Ketu planetary remedies, respiratory healing rituals
Rahu-Ketu planetary remedy traditions, miraculous flame worship customs, air element spiritual practices, respiratory healing methods
Air-blessed prasadam including respiratory healing items, planetary remedy offerings, and breath-enhancement preparations
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional South Indian attire required. Clean clothes preferred for planetary remedy rituals. Remove footwear before entering.
Accessible with proper facilities. Special arrangements for Rahu-Ketu puja participants.
Hotels Near Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple
Bheemas Grand PS9, Sri Kalahasti
- Location:
- Temple Road, opp. to Karur Vysya Branch, Teru Veedhi, Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh 517644
- Rating:
- โ 4.2
- Distance:
- Near Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple
Online Sevas & Darshanam
Book official temple sevas, pujas & paroksha sevas directly
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Lord Sri Kalahasteeswara (Shiva)
Goddess Gnanambika, Lord Ganesha, Rahu, Ketu, Nandi
Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple, Srikalahasti, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh 517644, India
How to Reach
Tirupati Airport (36 km)
Renigunta Railway Station (38 km)
Srikalahasti Bus Stand (2 km)
By Road: Well connected from Tirupati and Chennai. Regular bus services. By Train: Renigunta is nearest major station.