Kadapa -Pushpagiri Indranatha Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh

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Kadapa -Pushpagiri Indranatha Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh

Chinnamachupalli – Pushpagiri Rd,

Kotluru, Andhra Pradesh 516162

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Indranatha Swamy

Introduction

Kadapa Indranatha Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the Pushpagiri temples complex in Kadapa district in Andhra Pradesh, India. This Temple is situated on the northern bank of the Pinakini River just opposite to the village of Pushpagiri. The temple can be accessed through flight of steps arising from the river.

Puranic Significance

The temple has been classified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). This temple is facing towards east with a dilapidated Rajagopuram and a spacious courtyard. The Rajagopuram is slightly towards the south-west of the temple. There is a Mandapa towards the left supported by 12 pillars sculpted in perfect harmony. Sthala Vriksham is Vilwa tree, situated towards the North West side of the courtyard. The Sanctum Sanctorum consists Sanctum, Antrala and Mukha Mandapa. The Mukha Mandapa is supported by sixteen pillars and is surrounded by three shrines. The Sanctum houses a Shiva Linga but there is no worship carried out presently. Nandi Mandapa can be seen facing the sanctum.