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Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy

Sri Trikoteswara Swamy

📍 Kotappakonda, Andhra Pradesh

About the temple

Near Narasaraopet, Shiva is worshipped as Dakshinamurthy on a hill of three peaks (Trikuta). On Maha Shivaratri, villages bring huge illuminated prabhas here in procession.

The legend

The three peaks are revered as Brahma, Vishnu and Rudra; the story of the devotee Anandavalli (Gollabhama) is tied to the shrine.

What makes it special

  • The Shivaratri prabhas
  • Shiva as Dakshinamurthy

Main festivals

🪔 Maha Shivaratri fair

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How to reach

🚆 Nearest railway station
Narasaraopet
✈️ Nearest airport
Vijayawada
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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy?

Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy is in Kotappakonda, Palnadu, Andhra Pradesh.

Who is the presiding deity at Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy?

Sri Trikoteswara Swamy.

How do I reach Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy?

Nearest railway station: Narasaraopet. Nearest airport: Vijayawada.

What is the best time to visit Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy?

October to February; Shivaratri.

What are the darshan timings at Kotappakonda Trikoteswara Swamy?

Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.