BhaktiVedAbout the temple
On Bhadragiri hill above the Godavari, Telugu devotees' Ayodhya of the South. Bhakta Ramadasu (Kancharla Gopanna) built the temple in the 17th century; at the Sri Rama Navami wedding, pearl talambralu and silk robes are offered on behalf of the state.
The legend
Rama appeared for the sage Bhadra, who became the hill itself. When Tana Shah jailed Ramadasu for building the temple with state revenue, Rama and Lakshmana themselves came to repay the money and free him, the story goes.
What makes it special
- Sita Rama Kalyanam on Sri Rama Navami
- Four-armed Vaikunta Rama with Sita on his lap
- Parnasala nearby
Main festivals
How to reach
- 🚆 Nearest railway station
- Bhadrachalam Road at Kothagudem (about 40 km)
- ✈️ Nearest airport
- Vijayawada; Hyderabad
Before you go
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.
Stotras for this deity
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bhadrachalam Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy?
Bhadrachalam Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy is in Bhadrachalam, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Telangana.
Who is the presiding deity at Bhadrachalam Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy?
Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy (Vaikunta Rama).
How do I reach Bhadrachalam Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy?
Nearest railway station: Bhadrachalam Road at Kothagudem (about 40 km). Nearest airport: Vijayawada; Hyderabad.
What is the best time to visit Bhadrachalam Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy?
October to March; Sri Rama Navami.
What are the darshan timings at Bhadrachalam Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy?
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.