Kalyana Venkateswara Temple, Narayanavanam
Sri Kalyana Venkatesvarasvami Temple is a Hindu temple situated at Narayanavanam, a town in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh state, India.[1][2] The Temple is dedicated to Kalyana Venkatesvara, a form of Vishnu.[2] The temple is situated at 2 km east of Puttur and 45 km south of Tirupati.[1] It is believed that Venkatesvara married his consort Padmavati at this place and then moved to Tirumala.[2]
| Kalyana Venkateswara swamy Temple కల్యాణ వేంకటేశ్వర స్వామి ఆలయం | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Tirupati district |
| Deity | Lord Kalyana Venkateswara |
| Location | |
| Location | Narayanavanam |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Country | India |
| Architecture | |
| Completed | 1541 AD |
Legend
As per legend, Narayanavanam is the capital of King Akasaraja, who is ruling this region. Akasaraja performed the marriage of his daughter Padmavati, the presiding deity of Padmavathi Temple, Tiruchanur to Venkateswara, the presiding deity of Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala, at this place.[2]
History
The temple was established in the year 1541 AD.[1] It was extended in later times.
Administration
The temple at present is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.
Poojas and Festivals
Daily rituals are held as per Vaikanasa Agama.
References
- Southern India: A Guide to Monuments Sites & Museums. Roli Books Private Limited. 2013. ISBN 9788174369031.
- Tourist Guide to Andhra Pradesh. Sura Books. ISBN 9788174781765.
