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Bhadrachalam Rama Temple at Bhadrachalam near Khammam

Deities: Rama

Significance: This ancient shrine is built on a hill, accessed by a flight of steps. It is vast in size and is well visited. The Vimanam, and the mandapams within are of exquisite craftmanship. This temple is associated with Bhadrachala Ramadas an ardent devotee of Rama.This shrine has been visited by Kabir. Legend has it that Rama's hermitage in exile was situated here at Bhadrachalam.This temple is associated with Bhadrachala Ramadas an ardent devotee of Rama.This shrine has been visited by Kabir. Legend has it that Rama's hermitage in exile was situated here at Bhadrachalam.

Antiquity This temple underwent a lot of renovation in the 17th century.

Other shrines in the vicinity: Parnasala, 32 km near Bhadrachalam is said to be the site of the hut where Rama, Sita and Lakshman lived in exile. Ushnagundam, a hot water spring 6 km near Bhadrachalam is another site visited by these personalities from the Ramayana.

Access and Accomodation: Khammam

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