Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple, Gandi
📍 Gandi, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh
State SignificanceA revered Hanuman shrine at Gandi in the Kadapa region, where Lord Anjaneya is believed to have been installed by Lord Rama, set amid the Papagni river gorge.
🕒 Practical Information
🕉️ Spiritual Details
Lord Hanuman (Veeranjaneya)
Hanuman Temple – Swayambhu Kshetram (TTD managed)
Veeranjaneya (valiant Hanuman)
🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Hanuman (Veeranjaneya)
Hanuman Temple – Swayambhu Kshetram (TTD managed)
Gandi, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh
Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple, Gandi, YSR Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh 516434, India
✨ Spiritual Highlights
Believed to remove obstacles, ward off evil and grant strength; sought for relief from Shani (Saturn) doshas.
It is believed the deity's image gradually increases in size, and that prayers here bring swift relief from troubles.
Devotees offer sindoor and tulsi, recite Hanuman Chalisa and undertake vows for protection.
Courage, protection, removal of obstacles and relief from planetary afflictions.
📖 About Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple, Gandi
Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple at Gandi, in the Kadapa region of Andhra Pradesh, is a celebrated Hanuman Kshetram maintained by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). According to tradition, the image of Veeranjaneya (the valiant Hanuman) here was drawn and consecrated by Lord Rama himself on a rock face, and the deity is worshipped as a swayambhu (self-manifest) form. The temple is dramatically situated at a gorge (gandi) on the Papagni river, surrounded by hills, and is known for the belief that the idol grows slightly in size over time. Devotees flock here for relief from difficulties, planetary afflictions and for strength and protection.
🏛️ Architecture & Heritage
Rock-cut / Traditional (Ancient (Ramayana tradition))
Deity etched on a rock face at the river gorge; scenic hill setting.
The swayambhu rock image of Veeranjaneya.
🎉 Festivals & Celebrations
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with special abhishekams and large gatherings.
Festivals peak during Hanuman Jayanti and Rama Navami.
🙏 Rituals & Traditions
Daily archana, sindoor alankaram and Hanuman Chalisa recitation.
Belief in the self-manifest image consecrated by Lord Rama.
Prasadam offered to devotees.
👕 Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Indian attire recommended.
Reached by road from Kadapa (about 65 km) via Vontimitta; some walking near the gorge.
🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Hanuman (Veeranjaneya)
Hanuman Temple – Swayambhu Kshetram (TTD managed)
Gandi, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh
Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple, Gandi, YSR Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh 516434, India
✈️ How to Reach
Kadapa Airport (about 70 km)
Kamalapuram / Kadapa (about 40–65 km)
Gandi Bus Stop
Combine with Vontimitta Kodandarama temple; roads are hilly near the gorge.
🏨 Accommodation
Lodges at Gandi and Kadapa.
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Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy Temple, Kadapa city, Sidhout Fort.
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