Mallesvara Swamy Temple– (Hemavathi Group of Temples), Andhra Pradesh

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Mallesvara Swamy Temple– (Hemavathi Group of Temples), Andhra Pradesh

Hemavathi Village, Anantapur District,

Andhra Pradesh 515286

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Mallesvara Swamy

Introduction

Mallesvara Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva located in the Hemavathi Group of temples complex, in Hemavathi Village in Anantapur District in Andhra Pradesh, India. The temple is situated on Hiriyur to Madakasira route.

Puranic Significance

Hemavathi is home to a remarkable group of temples built between 8th and 10th century AD under the reign of the Nolamba Dynasty.

Special Features

The temple has been classified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Mallesvara Swamy Temple is situated opposite to Doddeswara Temple. Nandi can be found in a closed Mandapa, facing the sanctum. This temple consists of Mukha Mandapa, Maha Mandapa, Antrala and Sanctum. The Sanctum houses a Linga on square yonipitha. A Bana Linga can be seen on the left side of the temple.

References

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2021/05/hemavathi-group-of-temples-temple-complex.html