News: The Archaeological Survey of India has discovered several copper plates and other ancient inscriptions at the Srisailam Temple, Andhra Pradesh.
About Srisailam Temple
- Location:
- It is located on the top of Nallamala Hills in Andhra Pradesh.
- It lies on the bank of the river Krishna.
- History:
- The inscriptional evidence date back the temple to 2nd century BCE, during the reign of the Satavahana King
- It has received patronage from various dynasties like Chalukyas, Kakatiyas, Vijayanagara Empire, Qutb Shahis.
- Religious Significance:
- The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped as Mallikarjuna Swamy and is represented by the lingam. While Goddess Parvati is worshipped as Brahamaramba Devi.
- Thus, the temple is also known as Sri Brahamaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple.
- It is sacred to devotees of both Shaivism and Shaktism as it houses one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and is one of the 18 Shakti Peethas.
- The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped as Mallikarjuna Swamy and is represented by the lingam. While Goddess Parvati is worshipped as Brahamaramba Devi.
- Architecture:
- It is built in the Dravidian style, featuring lofty towers and sprawling courtyards.
- The temple houses many halls, the most notable being the Mukha Mandapa built during the Vijayanagar period.
