Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple – Guide

The Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple is located on the Kakinada Road in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. In this temple the idol of main  deity Bheemeswara Swami is 14 feet in height. It is made of a large crystal known as Spatikara Lingam and the upper part is white in colour which is considered to be the symbol of Ardhanarishwaran Tattvam.

The temple is considered to be one of the five most powerful temples which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and known as Pancharama Kshetram. The temple is also believed to be a Shakti Peetha where the a part of Goddess Sati fell on the earth.

History of Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple

The construction Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple was started in the mid 800 AD and was completed later in the 11^th century. Many different renovation works have been done and the temple was patronized by many royal dynasties. The temple is a protected as the historical monument, whose restoration and maintenance work is being done by the Archaeological Survey of India. It is operated by the Executive Officer of the Endowment Department.

Best time to visit this temple

Mahashivratri is celebrated in the month of February or March with great joy and happiness in this temple. Apart from Mahashivratri Sri Swamivari Kalyanam on Bhishma Ekadashi is also a major festival which is celebrated with great enthusiasm in the temple.

Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple Timings

Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple opens from 6:00 AM to 12:00 Noon in the morning and from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 7:00 AM in the morning and evening aarti performed at 7:00 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this temple

Sri Veera Venkata Sathyanarayana Swami temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Venkata Sathyanarayana Swami. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Draksharamam Mandir.

Sri Kukkuteswara Swami Temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Kukkuteswara Swami. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Draksharamam Mandir.

Sri Chalukya Kumararama Bhimeswara Swamy Temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Bhimeswara Swami. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Draksharamam Mandir.

Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary

This wildlife sanctuary has many birds and animals. This wildlife sanctuary is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Draksharamam Mandir.

Sri Bhadrakali Sametha Veereswaraswami Devasthanam

This temple is dedicated to Bhadrakali Sametha Veereswaraswami. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Draksharamam Temple.

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How to reach Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple

By Air- The nearest airport from Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple is Rajamundry airport which is located at a distance of about 50 km away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swami Temple is Rajamundry railway station which is located at a distance of about few kms away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country but firstly you have to reach Rajamundry bus stop which is located at a distance of about few kms away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

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