Sri Suryanarayana Swamy Temple, Arasavalli
Lord Surya (Sun God)
Arasavalli, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh
Ancient Sun temple where, twice a year, the first rays of the sun fall directly on the deity's feet.
History
Legend credits Indra with establishing the temple. Inscriptions show it was built by the Eastern Ganga king Devendra Varma in the 7th century. The temple is aligned so that on certain days in March and October the morning sun passes through the gopuram and touches the feet of the idol — a sight many devotees wait for. Bathing in the Indra Pushkarini tank is considered to cure illnesses, especially of the eyes and skin.
Architecture
Kalinga-style shrine with a black granite idol of Surya with his consorts Usha and Chaya, holding lotuses.
Festivals
- Ratha Saptami (main festival)
- Sunday special poojas
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How to reach
- By air
- Visakhapatnam Airport, about 110 km
- By train
- Srikakulam Road (Amadalavalasa), about 13 km
- By road
- About 1 km from Srikakulam town.
Near the temple
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