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Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari temple situated in Penugonda
History
South India is the Treasure House of many temples, among them Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari temple situated in Penugonda, a town in the West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is a fascinating multi-colored (Gali Gopuram) seven storied tower with a beautiful architecture. This Penugonda Kshetram is considered as the 'Kasi of Vysyas' and is a holy place for Vysyas.
Kusuma Sresti or Setty was the Setty king of Vysyas also known as Pedda Setty (Elder among Settys) who's territory was a Vassal state of Vangi Desa (Vanga Kingdom), which was ruled by Vishnu Vardhana (Vimaladitya Maharaja). His capital was Penugonda (Jestasailam) city for all the 18 paraganas during 10th and 11th century A.D. He and his wife Kusumamba were considered an ideal couple and led a peaceful domestic life. They worshiped Lord Siva (Nageswara Swamy) as the part of their daily duties.
Though they had been married for many years, the couple did not have peace of mind as there was no successor to the kingdom. Their many prayers and sacrifices did not bear fruit and hence they were grief stricken. They approached their Kula guru (family teacher) Bhaskara Acharya also a Komati who was well versed in shastras and by virtue of his profession was treated as a Komati Brahman. He advised them to perform Puthra Kamesti Yaga, which Dasharatha had observed.
During the auspicious hour, the couple started the yoga. The Gods were pleased and sent prasadam (blessed fruit from god) through Yagneswara (fire God). They were told that they would beget children after eating prasadam. With devotion they ate the Prasadam and within a few days the signs of pregnancy were found with Kusumamba. She expressed unusual desires, which indicated that she would give birth to children who would fight for the welfare of all.
Birth of Sri Vasavi Devi
The Birth place of Vasavi Matha. The holy Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari temple which finds mention in various ancient religious texts. According to a legend, Vasavi Kanyaka Paratneswariwas was famous for her beauty. The holy temple enshrining the triple deities- Sri Nagareswaraswamy, Mother Kanyakaparameswari and Mahishasuramardini. The temple is built in strict accordance with vastu sastra and so possessing sturdy prakars, tall gopuras, spacious courtyards, several minishrines, vast garbagrihas, grand mukhamandapas etc. it faces east and a tall tower surmounting over the broad mahadwara beckons the visitors with its beautiful sculptural pieces adoring it from top to bottom and on all four sides too. In front of it lies a vast courtyard with several buildings housing the office room, choultry and quarters for the staff. In the second Prakara, there are many mandapams installed with adorable deities, like Vinayaka, Navagrahas, Lord Venkateswara and Kaala Bhairava besides the exquisitely made colorful statues of Mother Kanyakaparameswari standing in fire -pit with parents by her side and A beautiful mirror house.
The garbha griha of Nagareswaraswamy is quite spacious, and its spick and span together with the elevated vedh for the lingam in the center is masterly planned and tastefully executed. The imposing ling installed on a broad, high pedestial adorned with colorful garlands and the triple lines studded with diamonds is so captivating that the devotees raise their hands in veneration the moment it gleams into their sight. And feel transported to Kailas for a while. Its size and sheen are its plus points. The other two garbha grihas frankling this housing Mahishasuramardhini and Vasavamba are grand, and the icons beautified with dazzling jewels and colorful outfit mesmerises the adorers. A single darsan leaves unforgettable impression on the minds of the devotees and beckons repeated visits on and on.
Penugonda, the abode of Goddess Vasavi is to ARYA VYSYAS, as Buddha Gaya is to Buddhists, as Shravana Belagola is to Jains, Mecca and Madeena is to Muslims and Jerusalem is to Christians
Temple Timings
Morning : 06-00 AM to 12-00 PM Evening : 03-30 PM to 08-00 PM
Reaching Penugonda
The state of Andhra Pradesh is a located along Bay of Bengal in the southern part of Indian Peninsula. As Andhra Pradesh is a major tourist destination in India. Andhra Pradesh is well accessible by air, rail and road. There are four major airports in the state Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Tirupathi and Putabarti. Other airports in the state running domestic flights are located at Warangal, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Kadapa and Donakonda. Rail provides another good mode of transportation for reaching Andhra Pradesh from other parts of India and travelling within the state. There are more than 200 railway stations in the country.
Roads in Andhra Pradesh are in much better shape than other states in India. Major modes of road transport are buses, tourist taxis, cars, and local taxis. State is connected with other parts of South India by a number of National Highways.
How to Reach Penugonda Vasavi Temple
You can reach Sri Vasavi Temple, Penugonda, West Godavari District via Road or Rail Network. The Vijayawada Airport is a 130 km drive from the Penugonda. 35 km from Tadepalligudem Station / 30 km from Nidadavole station / 15 km from Palakollu Station
Buses that ply to Narsapur from Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Tirupathi, Vizag, Rajahmundry, Nidadavole.
The Rail and Road facilities in the state links West Godavari District very well with all major locations internally and externally.
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Welcome to Sri Penugonda Vasavi Temple, Penugonda :: About Us
History
South India is the Treasure House of many temples, among them Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari temple situated in Penugonda, a town in the West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is a fascinating multi-colored (Gali Gopuram) seven storied tower with a beautiful architecture. This Penugonda Kshetram is considered as the 'Kasi of Vysyas' and is a holy place for Vysyas.
Kusuma Sresti or Setty was the Setty king of Vysyas also known as Pedda Setty (Elder among Settys) who's territory was a Vassal state of Vangi Desa (Vanga Kingdom), which was ruled by Vishnu Vardhana (Vimaladitya Maharaja). His capital was Penugonda (Jestasailam) city for all the 18 paraganas during 10th and 11th century A.D. He and his wife Kusumamba were considered an ideal couple and led a peaceful domestic life. They worshiped Lord Siva (Nageswara Swamy) as the part of their daily duties.
Though they had been married for many years, the couple did not have peace of mind as there was no successor to the kingdom. Their many prayers and sacrifices did not bear fruit and hence they were grief stricken. They approached their Kula guru (family teacher) Bhaskara Acharya also a Komati who was well versed in shastras and by virtue of his profession was treated as a Komati Brahman. He advised them to perform Puthra Kamesti Yaga, which Dasharatha had observed.
During the auspicious hour, the couple started the yoga. The Gods were pleased and sent prasadam (blessed fruit from god) through Yagneswara (fire God). They were told that they would beget children after eating prasadam. With devotion they ate the Prasadam and within a few days the signs of pregnancy were found with Kusumamba. She expressed unusual desires, which indicated that she would give birth to children who would fight for the welfare of all.
Birth of Sri Vasavi Devi
The Birth place of Vasavi Matha. The holy Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari temple which finds mention in various ancient religious texts. According to a legend, Vasavi Kanyaka Paratneswariwas was famous for her beauty. The holy temple enshrining the triple deities- Sri Nagareswaraswamy, Mother Kanyakaparameswari and Mahishasuramardini. The temple is built in strict accordance with vastu sastra and so possessing sturdy prakars, tall gopuras, spacious courtyards, several minishrines, vast garbagrihas, grand mukhamandapas etc. it faces east and a tall tower surmounting over the broad mahadwara beckons the visitors with its beautiful sculptural pieces adoring it from top to bottom and on all four sides too. In front of it lies a vast courtyard with several buildings housing the office room, choultry and quarters for the staff. In the second Prakara, there are many mandapams installed with adorable deities, like Vinayaka, Navagrahas, Lord Venkateswara and Kaala Bhairava besides the exquisitely made colorful statues of Mother Kanyakaparameswari standing in fire -pit with parents by her side and A beautiful mirror house.
The garbha griha of Nagareswaraswamy is quite spacious, and its spick and span together with the elevated vedh for the lingam in the center is masterly planned and tastefully executed. The imposing ling installed on a broad, high pedestial adorned with colorful garlands and the triple lines studded with diamonds is so captivating that the devotees raise their hands in veneration the moment it gleams into their sight. And feel transported to Kailas for a while. Its size and sheen are its plus points. The other two garbha grihas frankling this housing Mahishasuramardhini and Vasavamba are grand, and the icons beautified with dazzling jewels and colorful outfit mesmerises the adorers. A single darsan leaves unforgettable impression on the minds of the devotees and beckons repeated visits on and on.
Penugonda, the abode of Goddess Vasavi is to ARYA VYSYAS, as Buddha Gaya is to Buddhists, as Shravana Belagola is to Jains, Mecca and Madeena is to Muslims and Jerusalem is to Christians
Temple Timings
Morning : 06-00 AM to 12-00 PM Evening : 03-30 PM to 08-00 PM
Reaching Penugonda
The state of Andhra Pradesh is a located along Bay of Bengal in the southern part of Indian Peninsula. As Andhra Pradesh is a major tourist destination in India. Andhra Pradesh is well accessible by air, rail and road. There are four major airports in the state Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Tirupathi and Putabarti. Other airports in the state running domestic flights are located at Warangal, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Kadapa and Donakonda. Rail provides another good mode of transportation for reaching Andhra Pradesh from other parts of India and travelling within the state. There are more than 200 railway stations in the country.
Roads in Andhra Pradesh are in much better shape than other states in India. Major modes of road transport are buses, tourist taxis, cars, and local taxis. State is connected with other parts of South India by a number of National Highways.
How to Reach Penugonda Vasavi Temple
You can reach Sri Vasavi Temple, Penugonda, West Godavari District via Road or Rail Network. The Vijayawada Airport is a 130 km drive from the Penugonda. 35 km from Tadepalligudem Station / 30 km from Nidadavole station / 15 km from Palakollu Station
Buses that ply to Narsapur from Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Tirupathi, Vizag, Rajahmundry, Nidadavole.
The Rail and Road facilities in the state links West Godavari District very well with all major locations internally and externally.
Read more from here
Welcome to Sri Penugonda Vasavi Temple, Penugonda :: About Us
