Religious Tourism

Religious tourism is also referred to as pilgrimage tourism, where the primary purpose of travel is for pilgrimage to Temples, Churches or Masjids. Konaseema District is a notable place with its rich and varied temples and shrines. It is a place of rich tradition, heritage and historical significance. Here, we provide a list of some historical, most visited and famous pilgrimages in Konaseema district along with their details.

 

AINAVILLI :

It is located at a distance of 26 min (11.6 km) from Amalapuram. It is a land of unspoiled beauty which oozes of history. It is dedicated to Sri Siddhi Vinayaka Swamy. Devotees take a vow to visit the temple again if their wishes are fulfilled. It has two gopurams (towers) sculpted skillfully with tales and idols. It is said that the Vyasa Maharishi installed the Ganapathi idol.

 

 

 

 

 ANTHARVEDI:

It is located about 1 hr 44 min (49.0 km) from Amalapuram. It is flanked by beautiful waters of sea to the east, Godavari to the west and Raktakulya River to the north. There are some well known spots belonging to this holy shrine such as Sagar Sangam and Chakrateertham. It is also called Mukti Kshetra of Sri Narasimha and the Annual Mela runs for about nine days when Antarvedi seems to be the Kaliyuga Vaikunta.

 

 

 

 APPANAPALLI :

A remote village in Mamidikuru which is 72kms from Kakinada via Yanam. Being the abode of Sri Balaji, it has acquired reputation as second Tirupati of Konaseema. It is flanked by Godavari on 3 sides. We can find good accommodation at decent guest houses & TTD Choultries. This shrine derives its name after a Rishi.

 

 

 

MURAMALLA:

Muramalla is located about 20km from Amalapuram and is home to the popular shrine Sri Veereswara Swamy Vari Idol which attracts people. It is believed that devotees who still haven’t got married, who find it difficult to get good proposals, get married with just a mere visit to this temple. Not only that, childless couples, and couples who do not get along believe to find respite here.

 

 

 

PALIVELA:

Palivela is located about 36 min (20.5 km) from Amalapuram is known for the temple where Sri Uma Kouppulingeswara Swamy idol is situated. It is believed that the idol was installed by Maharshi Agastya. There used to be 7 Mandapas which are named after 7 days of the week.

 

 

 

RYALI:

Ryali is located 1 hr 8 min (37.8 km) from Amalapuram. It is an enchanting place situated between the rivers Vashista and Gowtami. In this temple the exquisite idol of Jaganadh Swamy is made of black stone. It has MahaVishnu in front and Jagan Mohini on back side and can also catch a glimpse of ten incarnations of concerts, Thumbara, Narada, Rambha, Urvasi, Garuda, Ganga and many more. This shrine is referred as “Swayambhu”

 

 

 VANAPALLI:

Vanapalli is located about 21km from Amalapuram and 70km from Kakinada via Ravulapalem. The temple of Sri ‘Pallalamma’ Ammavaru is said to have divine powers of healing. A statue of jackal was found under the idol.