India is a country where each religion and culture has its own beauty, it may be Jainism, Buddhism, Muslim, Sikh or Hindu. With existence from over centuries the religions in India, and beliefs of people in those religions gives a way to the formation of major Religious places like Temples, Tiraths, Mosques, etc. and with a great and grand history of temples in India, there are so many famous places and temples devoted to different deities in India.
A famous temple of goddess Durga, the Hindu deity is located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. The temple situated on the top of a hill namely Indrakiladri hill, on the banks of river Krishna, is considered as one of the most pious, religious and sacred worship places in the city and receives large number of devotees every day.
Vijayawada Temple – Kanaka Durga Temple
Name – Kanaka Durga Temple Also known as – Sri Durga Malleshwara Swami Temple Location – Situated on Indrakiladri hill, on the banks of river Krishna in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Dedicated to – The Hindu deity Goddess Durga. How to reach – The temple has a route of less than 10 minutes from Vijayawada railway station as well as bus stand. Historical Reference – Mentioned in various Hindu scriptures such as Kaalika Purana and Durga Sapthashati. What Vedas says – The deity in the Vijayawada Kanakdurga temple is regarded as ‘Swayambhu’ i.e., self-manifested. Durga Temple Timing – For all the days except Thursday the temple is open from 9 am to 4 pm but on Thursdays, the temple is open from 4 am to 1 pm and from 5 pm to 9 pm.
Vijayawada kanakadurga temple images
vijayawada kanakadurga temple images
If you are visiting Vijayawada for pilgrim then the temple is a must visit sight for you. Among all Vijayawada temples, the Kanaka Durga temple is the one which is not only pious but also beautiful and picturesque because of its location. There are different theories and legends associated with the temple including Lord Shiva, Arjuna (one of the Pandavas), etc.
Goddess Durga here is the Devi of power and riches. The temple in its heart has a four foot high idol of goddess decorated with glittering ornaments and is depicted in a standing posture over the Mahishashura(Demon). The idol of goddess is shown with eight hands carrying different weapons. Inside the main area there are three shrines situated separately for Sri Malleshwara Swamyvaru, Sri Natraj Swami and Sri Subramanyeshwara Swami.
Vijayawada Kanak Durga temple has a rich history and therefore even if you are less of devotee but more of a history freak or someone who is interested in the historical and mythological happening then also you can pay a visit to the temple.
Apart from the durga temple Vijayawada there are some other pilgrim sights in Vijayawada which includes:
1. Subramanya Swami Temple
2. Sri Nagrala Sri Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru Temple
3. Venkateshwara Swami Temple
4. Ayyappa Swamy Temple
5. Sai Baba Temple
6. Sri Ramalingeshwara Swamy Vari Devasthanam
7. Amravati Temple
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