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Arasavilli

The Temple of Sun God is located at Arasavilli which is 3.5 kms away from Srikakulam town. Dating back to 7th century, the temple is the only Sun God temple in Southern India and was constructed by a Kalinga king. The Sun God "Sri Suryanarayana Swami" is most worshipped in Andhra Pradesh and tourists from all over the world visits the temple every year. The temple is located at Arasavilli, a village in Srikakulam district. One can reach Arasavilli from almost any where in Srikakulam. One can hire a bus to reach the temple, but hiring an auto-rickshaw is comfortable and can be reached within 10 minutes from the Srikakulam town.

The Historic Temple at the Arasavilli, built 3000 years ago, is where the Lord Sri Suryanarayana temple is located, resembles the rich cultural heritage Srikakulam holds. Popularly called the God of Health.

ROUTE MAP TO REACH THE TEMPLE / How to Reach Temple

Arasavalli Temple located in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh India.

You can reach Srikakulam by buses, trains or planes. Srikakulam is well connected to other parts of the state of Andhra Pradesh and also to the major cities.

Srikakulam by Train

Srikakulam has a major railway station known as Amadalavalasa. It is 13 kilometres from srikakulam. City buses, taxes, autos are available from the Railway station to Srikakulam RTC Complex and Old Bus Stand for every 10 minutes.

Note: As per IRCTC instead of Amadalavalasa, You will find SRIKAKULAM ROAD (CHE)

Srikakulam By Air:

The nearest Airport to Srikakulam is Visakhapatnam with a Distance 106 kilometers. RTC Buses are available frequently from Visakhapatnam to Srikakulam.

Srikakulam By Bus

You can travel by bus to Srikakulam as both private and public operators provide regular buses to Srikakulam from all major and minor cities in the state. Buses to Srikakulam run from Vijayawada, and Vishakhapatnam. Buses from Hyderabad are also available.

Distance By Road
Distance From Visakhapatnam to Srikakulam	118.9 kms
Distance From Vijayawada to Srikakulam	452.4 kms
Distance From Hyderabad to Srikakulam	724.8 kms
Distance From Chennai to Srikakulam	910.3 kms
Distance From Bangalore to Srikakulam	1112.7 kms

Trains from Major Cities
Trains from Hyderabad	Konark Exp, East Coast Exp, Falaknuma Exp, Visakha Exp
Trains from Bangalore	Prasanthi Exp, YPR Howrah Exp, Guwahati Exp
Trains from Chennai	Guwahati Exp, Shalimar Exp, Bhubaneswar Exp, Howrah Mail
Trains from Howrah	GHY SC Express, Falaknuma Exp, East Coast Exp, HWH YPR Exp, HWH Mas Mail

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 According to inscriptions in the temple dated 1281 A.D,^[3] the holy place of Kürmakshetra, was actually reestablished by Sri Ramanujacharya under the influence of Jagannatha Deva at Jagannatha Puri, Orissa. Later the temple came under the jurisdiction of the King of Vijayanagara. The deity was worshiped by the Vaishnavas of the Madhvacharya Sampradäya. Some Oriyainscriptions are said to be written by Sri Narahari Teertha, who was in the disciplic succession of Madhvacharya(not to be confused with Madhavacharya). He later became the ruler of Kalinga Province(ancient Orissa) and fought with the Sabaras, and saved the temple of Kürma. Narahari Teertha was a very religious and powerful king who died in the Saka Era 1203. The temple was constructed and dedicated in the holy name of Yogananda Narasimhadeva. This temple was built in the Orissan temple architecture style.

SriKurmam Temple[edit]

There is a temple dedicated to Sri Kurmanatha, which is the second avatar of Lord Vishnu, Kurma Avatar (Tortoise). There is another temple of Kurmanatha in Kurmai of Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh,India. There is also a Yoganandha Narasimhan temple in front of Sri Kurmam temple. Simhachalam Devasthanam took the responsibility for the temple improvement.

The moolasthanam (central piece) is considered to be large saligrama.^[4] The Kurma(Turtle) is known as Sri Kurmam in the 'Sampradayam'. The image is not a sculpture crafted by man, but the fossil of an actual (large-size) turtle. The head of the deity is in the form of a Kurma (tortoise) and is represented by a Vishnu namam, the tail being represented by a Saligrama presented byAdi Sankaracharya. The artistic beauty of the temple lies in the carvings of Vishnu and other deity statues in a glorious way of architecture. There is a mandapam in front of the temple on Lion pillars. One unique feature of this temple is that it has Dhwajastambams in the front and back of the temple. That is because the deity faces the back of the temple on the west.

Srikurmam

It is located at a distance of 15kms from Srikakulam town. It is in the Gara mandalam on northeast. The only one temple of Srikurmanatha temple in the country is here. The sculpture of the temple is wonderful. The Vishnu temple here is architecturally unique. Here the rock edicts of 11 A.D. are available. Sri Simhachala Devastanam adopted this temple for improvement.

Srikurmam is a unique famous temple in the world situated at a distance of about 18 kms to the southeast of Srikakulam town. The village Srikurmam derive of its name from the temple, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the Avathara of Srikurmam viz., the Avathara of a tortoise, and hence the deity is called Srikurmanatha. The temple is of very great sanctity, being the only important temple to Lord Vishnu in the Kurmavathara in the whole of India. Lord Sri Kurmanatha Swamy Temple located on the way of Arasavalli Sun God Temple in Srikakulam.

4. Salihundam: Salihundam is a historically noted village and panchayat in Gara Mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is a famous Buddhist Remnants site situated on the south bank of River Vamsadhara at a distance of 5 kilometers west ofKalingapatnam and 18 kilometers from Srikakulam town. It was known as “Salivatika” (meaning rice emporium). But many called it "Salyapetika" (meaning box of bones or relics). There are a number of Buddhist stupas and a huge monastic complex on a hillock amidst scenic surroundings. The site was first rediscovered by Gidigu Venkata Ramana moorthy in 1919. The site was second rediscovered by Ponnana Simhachalam in 2013 During excavations relic caskets, four stupas, a Chaityagriha, structural temples and a number of sculptures reflecting the three phases of Buddhism - Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana were found dating back to about 2nd century BC to 12th century AD. The statues of 'Tara'[1] and Marichi were discovered at this site and from here Buddhism spread to Sumatra and other far-eastern countries through River Vamsadhara and Kalingapatnam Port. For a Hindu icon related to the linga, see Mukhalinga. Mukhalingam ముఖలింగం Srimukhalingam Village of historical importance Srimukhalingam temple Mukhalingam Location in Andhra Pradesh, India Coordinates: 18.6000°N 83.9667°ECoordinates: 18.6000°N 83.9667°E Country  India State Andhra Pradesh District Srikakulam Talukas Jalumuru Population  • Total 3,204 Languages  • Official Telugu Time zone IST (UTC+5:30) PIN 532 428 Mukhalingam is a village panchayat in Jalumuru mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India. Contents   [hide]  1Geography 2Demographics 3Shiva temple 4References Geography[edit] Mukhalingam is located at 18.6000°N 83.9667°E.[1] It has an average elevataion of 28 meters (95 feet). Demographics[edit] According to Indian census, 2001, the demographic details of Mukhalingam is as follows:[2] Total Population: 3,204 in 767 Households Male Population: 1,625 and Female Population: 1,579 Children Under 6-years of age: 387 (Boys - 180 and Girls - 207) Total Literates: 1,579 Shiva temple[edit] The Srimukhalingeswara Temple, one of the popular Shiva temples, is located at Sri Mukhalingam. Sri Mukhalingam is one of the famous Hindu pilgrimage centers in Andhra Pradesh. Sri Mukhalingam was also capital of Eastern Ganga kings of Kalinga (ancient Orissa). The temple of Srimukhalingam was built by Kamarnava II in 8th century AD of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.[3] It is beautiful place located on the banks of River Vamsadhara. Nearest Railway station to Sri Mukhalingam is Urlam. There is a post office in Mukhalingam.   Kappa Hundi[edit] There is a small gap between the hill stones and it is said that who ever drop a coin(or something like that) there, it will reach Srikuramam temple(Garba Gudi). And it is said that this is used as source of communication in the past. The Well[edit] There is a well at the top of the mornament. Inside the well is located a brick constructed horizontal wall. Down to this is same thing empty which can be easily known by stepping on it. Next is the rumor about this well i.e., there is a treasure inside this well. Don't whether this is true or not. How to travel[edit] You can start from Srikakulam. Gallery[edit] Salihundam Historic Buddhist Remains   Salihundam Historic Buddhist Remains   Salihundam Historic Buddhist Remains 6 by GPuvvada 2010   Salihundam Historic Buddhist Remains by GPuvvada   Salihundam Historic Buddhist Remains inSrikakulam District

Kalingapatnam

It is 25kms from Srikakulam. A old light house is standing here. At present weather research center, Cyclone warning center are working here. The confluence of Vamsadhara is an attractive site.

Ravi Valasa

It is about 5kms from Tekkali. Sri Endala Mallikarjuna Swamy is the deity. On Maha Sivaratri and Kartika Mondays large gathering devotees worship this deity.

Teli Nilapuram

It is in Tekkali division, 65kms distance of Srikakulam. There is a bird sanctuary here. Winter migration birds from Russia, Sibarian cranes, block here. They build nest on the tamarind trees here and migrate to Russia in summer.

Sangam

It is 56kms from Srikakulam. Nagavali, Swarnam Mukhi and Vegavati confluence takes place here. So it is called Sangam. One of the five lingas Sangameswara is here. On Maha Sivaratri thousands of devotees through here.

Mandasa

It is 26kms from Sompet and at foot points of Mahendragiri. Mahendra giri is the highest mountain range in South India. Mahasivaratri is celebrated with fanfare here. Here is the temple of Varaha Swamy.

Pondur

It is 21kms from Srikakulam. It is famous for fine Khadi. With eye extracting designs they are women on hand spun spindles.

Rajam

It is 40kms away from Srikakulam. The king of Bobbili Tandrapapa Rayudu at one time stage here. This place is linked with name of the valiant.

Palasa

Located towards the north of the district - close to Orissa. Palasa is famous for Cashew Nuts.

Baruva

It is 109Km from Srikakulam town. Baruva, a fishing and coastal port, is set amidst lush coconut groves and paddy fields. The famous temples are of Sri Kotilingeswara Swamy and Janardanaswamy.

Kaviti

It is located at a distance of 13kms from Ichapuram and Sompet. The coastal belt around Kaviti has extensive plantations of coconut, cashew and jack. The area is delightfully scenic. Here are the deities of Chintamani Ammavaru and Sri Sita Rama Swamy.