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Amaravathi
Andhra PradeshAmaravathi, situated on the banks of the Krishna River, is a historically rich and spiritually significant site in India. It is renowned for its ancient Buddhist stupa and the Amareswara Temple, one of the five Pancharama temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
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Temples in Amaravathi
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Jwala Narasimha Swamy Temple
Kunti Madhava Swamy Temple
Sakshi Ganapati Temple
Tirumala Venkateswara Temple
Sri Govindarajaswamy Temple
Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Simhachalam
Sri Dasanjaneya Swamy Temple
Sri Kanaka Mahalakshmi Temple
Marakata Rajarajeswari Temple
Bhargava Narasimha Swamy Temple
Karanja Narasimha Swamy Temple
Srikalahasteeswara Temple
Kroda Varaha Narasimha Temple
Sri KarakaChettu Polamamba Temple
Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple
Sri Varahaswamy Temple
Amareswara Temple
Bhramaramba Devi Temple
Kshatravata Narasimha Temple
Somyanayaki Temple
Hathakesvara Temple
Sathyabhama Temple
Pavana Narasimha Temple
Shri Chokkanathaswamy Temple
Istakameswari Temple
Shri Someshwara Swamy Temple
How to Reach Amaravathi
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The nearest airport is the Vijayawada Airport, which is about 30 kilometers away. From the airport, one can take a taxi or bus to reach Amaravathi.
Reach by Train
The nearest railway station is the Vijayawada Junction, which is well-connected to major cities in India. From the station, local transportation such as buses and taxis are available to reach Amaravathi.
Reach by Road
Within Amaravathi, local transportation includes buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws.
Historical Timeline
- Established during the Satavahana dynasty between the 3rd and 2nd centuries BCE
- The Amaravati Stupa was constructed around the 2nd century BCE and expanded during the Ikshvaku Dynasty
- Acharya Nagarjuna lived in Amaravathi and propounded the Madhyamika philosophy, a basis of Mahayana Buddhism
- The site was influenced by medieval South Indian kingdoms such as the Pallavas, Cholas, and Vijayanagar empire
- Archaeological excavations in the 19th century brought the region's Buddhist history to light.
Frequently Asked Questions
Amaravathi is famous for its ancient Buddhist stupa and the Amareswara Temple, one of the five Pancharama temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
