Kambadur Malleswara Temple, Andhra Pradesh

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Kambadur Malleswara Temple, Andhra Pradesh

Kambadur, Anantapur district,

Andhra Pradesh 515765

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Malleswara

Introduction

Malleswara Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at Kambadur village in Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. The temple is situated in Karnataka – Andhra Pradesh border. Here the Presiding deity is called as Malleswara.

Puranic Significance

The temple is believed to be built in 8th century CE. Locals call this temple as a Chola temple but in style it is more inclined towards Chalukyas.

This temple is facing towards east. The temple is heavily influenced by Jain architectural style. The Sanctum Sanctorum consists of Sanctum, Antrala, Ranga Mandapa and open Mukha Mandapa. There is an intricate carving of inverted lotus at the centre of the Mukha Mandapa. The Sanctum houses a Shiva Linga. There are shrines for Parvati, Veerabhadra and Ganesha in the temple premises. A beautiful temple tank can be seen in the courtyard.

References

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2021/05/malleswara-temple-kambadur-andhra-pradesh.html