Appanapalli Bala Balaji – It Is Considered As Next To Tirupati

 

APPANAPALLI BALA BALAJI TEMPLE

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The temple is located 13 kms from Amalapuram. It is famously called as Sri Bala Balaji Devastanam. Located on the shores of Vynateya River, the significance attached to the temple can be gauged by the fact that it is considered second Tirupati.

Appanapalli, a remote village in Mamidikuduru Mandal of East Godavari District, situated on the holy banks of river Vynateya has attained reputation as second Tirupathi of Konaseema being the abode of Lord Bala Balaji.

The village Appanapalli derived its name after a Rushi called "Appana" who did THAPASSU for the good of the world. This place in olden days was famous for well-read Brahmins in Vedas who used to spend their time in reciting hymns and performing sacrifices as ordained in the scriptures.

The location of the temple is awe-inspiring as it is surrounded by Godavari River on three sides and to its fourth side is the Bay of Bengal. Wide expanse of paddy fields, coconut grooves, jack trees and mango trees in the area immediately win you over.

Your spirits soar to great heights at the amazing setting of the temple. The sculptures in the temple try to challenge the natural scenery outside by drawing your attention to the intricate designs and workmanship involved in the making. You are going to be hooked by the extraordinary beauty of the place.

Vakulamatha wants to see lord as a child, on request of his mother Lord self-manifested here. here is the story, Molleti Rama Swamy a coconut vendor, son of Molleti Munaiah and Mangamma, is an ordent devotees of Lord Venkateswara.

He used to visit Tirupati regularly, Once Lord in the form of a child appeared in the dreams of the devotee and told him that he will manifest in his village. One day rama swamy noticed Lord Balaji Idol in the Weighing pan, he named the Idol as Bala Balaji and installed the idol.

 By Air

Nearest domestic airport is at Rajamundry which is 84 km away

By Train

Nearest railway station is at Palkollu which is 35km away

By Bus

Direct bus is available from Rajamundry and palakollu

Konaseema Island – House Boat Travel With Resort Stay Is The Only Ultimate Experience For Visitors

KONASEEMA ISLAND

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Konaseema Islands are located in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh, INDIA between the tributaries of the River Godavari. Amalapuram is the major town in Konaseema, other towns are Razole, Ravulapalem, Mummidivaram, Muramalla. Rajahmundry, Kakinada and Palakollu are other towns situated around Konaseema.

Konaseema is the region of backwaters of Andhra Pradesh….. the land between Vashista and Gautami branches of River Godavari forms one of the most picturesque landscapes of India…. the lush green paddy fields, the dense coconut groves and the silvery water bodies… the Konaseema-Godavari combination provides vibrant canvas of myriad colours of culture and scenic beauty on eastern coast of India.

The area of Konaseema (Dindi-Razole) is an ideal microscopic image of the Konaseema delta.. and an appropriate base for the Konaseema House Boat cruise experience with Resort Stay.

Konaseema is an oasis of enchanting beauty, peace and tranquillity that is a dream tour destination for all. Its magnificent landscape, artistic temples, lavish greenery, lustrous coconut grooves and fields and its resilience takes your breath away. Whether you're travelling by train, boat or bus, a glance at the surrounding countryside is enough to capture the cultural wealth and geographical variety of this paradise on earth.

Konaseema is surrounded by other beautiful destinatios like Papi Kondalu (Papi Hills / Papikondalu), Kolleru Lake, Maredumilli Forest (Papikonda Wildlife Sanctuary), Mangrove (Mada) Forest (Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary). Cherish this beautiful land and relish its culture... APTDC has a House Boat at Coconut Country Resorts, Dindi (Konaseema) Each House Boat will have 2 bed rooms (A.C.) with sitout on top and can accommodate 4 Adults + 4 Children. Extra beds will not be arranged. A.C. will work only in nights. Check-in time 10 A.M. Check-out time 9 A.M. For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner boat will be anchored at APTDC Resorts, Dindi. Amalapuram is the only major town in Konaseema. Rajahmundry, Kakinada and Palakollu are other towns around Konaseema.

Rajahmundry is the only airport near to Konaseema. Other accessible airports are Vijayawada (160 Kms – 4 Hours) and Visakhapatnam (200 Kms – 6 Hours). Rajahmundry is also well connected with Road (NH-16) & Rail (Vijayawada - Visakhapatnam line).

Kakinada and Palakollu are well connected with Road & Rail. Amalapuram is well connected by Road only. NH-16 (earlier NH-5) passes through Konaseema Islands.

You can reach Amalapuram, Razole, Dindi directly by Buses from Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam cities.

Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy Temple - It Is An Eminent Temple And Second Position After Tirupati In Andra Pradesh

VEERA VENKATA SATYANARAYANA SWAMY TEMPLE 

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Annavaram is one of the most famous Holy Shrines in India and enjoying second place after Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh

Annavaram is located about 72 kilometres from Rajahmundry and 51 kilometres from Kakinada. This town is a popular pilgrimage destination because of the presence of the beautiful Lord Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy Temple at the top of the Ratnagiri Hills. The temple is located along the banks of Pamba River.

The Lord Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy Temple is located on the hill and is constructed in the Dravidian architecture style. The presiding deith of Lord Satyadeva and His consort, Sri Anantha Lakshmi are housed one and Lord Shiva the other side.

The temple is designed as a chariot with four wheels, which are situated at each corner of the structure. The shrine is two-storey high; and devotees can view the feet of the deity from the ground floor, while the upper body of the deity can be clearly seen from the first floor. The deity is 13 feet tall and in a cylindrical form.

The deity housed in the temple represents the Hindu Holy Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva; and on the four sides of the shrine, there are four other deities, namely Ganapati, Suryanarayana Swamy, Bala Tripurasundari and Maheswara Swamy.

Apart from the main temple, there are other temples in the vicinity. Devotees also can visit the temple of Lord Sri Rama, temple of Kanaka Durga and the temple of Vana Durga. At the foot of the hill, there is a temple dedicated to the village deity.

There are many other attractions within the temple compound that visitors can see and enjoy, such as the sun dial, which was constructed in 1943; the massive mandapam, where 1,000 Satyanarayana Vratams can be performed simultaneously; and the Veda Pathshala, where religious discourses are held on Kalyanam days and special festivals.

The temple is built in the Dravidian style. The glory and richness of Lord Satyadeva was widely described in Revakhanda of Skandapuranam. The presiding deity Lord Satyadeva with his consort Sri Anantha Lakshmi on one Side and with Lord Siva on the other side took his abode on Ratnagiri, which is named after Ratnakara, son of Meru the king of holy mountains.

Sri Satyanarayana Swamy at Annavaram is also followed by sacred Pampa River touching the feet of the hill. Lord Satyadeva the god of truth is showering his eternal blessings on mankind in his beautiful manifested form of the divine trinity namely Hari Hara Hiranya Garbha Thrimurtyatmaka.

Hence this is the temple that is attracting the Pilgrims of both Vishanava and Saiva devotees and thousands of pilgrims from all over the Country are worshiping Lord Satyadeva every day forgetting all sectional differences.

Enriched by the installation of Srimathripathvibhuti Vykhunta Maha Narayana Yantra, which plays a dominant and important role with the power of attraction of both money and men (Dhana Janakarsha). The Peetham of Swamyvaru is highly adorned with the installation of Panchayatana, befitting the glory and sanctity of the deity.

This famous yantra is a unique one, the like of which does not exist any where else in India.

By Air

Nearest airport is Visakhapatnam or Rajahmundry.

By Train

Annavaram railway station is located at main Chennai – Howrah (Kolkatta ) railway line. Many trains stops here and from the railway station the temple is 3 KM.

By Bus

The bypass road (NH - 5) goes straight and to visit the temple take right turn ( while travelling from Vizag to Rajahmundry ) in the junction near the Annavaram. It takes two and half hours from Visakhapatnam and from Rajahmundry side it will take 2 hours.