Sri Chamundeswari Ammavari Temple, Gangapatnam
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History of the Temple (Sthala Purana):-
Sri Chamundeshwari Ammavaru is 24 km east of Nellore town. In the distance, one kilometer away from the sea towards the east of Gangapatnam village. It is history that Sri Chamundeshwari goddess was consecrated and built a temple by the Shakteyas about 1100 years ago. They said that since this, Brahmetsavams are being offered to Shree Amma. Later in 1515 AD, Chandragiri Raju Chennapparayudu re-dedicated the Mukha Mandapam and Sri Ammavari and Dwarapalakus. Next date. On 08.04.2009 Sri Ammavari was reinstated. the date 28.05.2009 Sri Sri Sri Jayendra Saraswati Swamy, the prefect of Sri Kanchikamakoti, conducted the Mahakumbhabhishekam for Sri Amma. Shree Ammavari Devasthanam is the fourth Peetha of Ashtadasha Shakti Peethas in Chamundi Krauncha town (Gangapatnam). This temple has a western corner. It is called a pool (kollugunta). Mental diseases, planetary disorders and ailments are cured by consuming Sri Chamundeshwari Ammavara.
Those who are childless come to Sri Amma’s temple and take bath and do 108 rounds for 40 days with devotion and serve Sri Amma and they get children. Therefore, devotees take special vows to Goddess Sri Chamundeshwari. Sri Ammavariki Sarees & Ravika is presenting. Flower services are done with flowers on Fridays and Sundays. Every year, Sri Amma’s marriage ceremony is performed with great splendour on the full moon of Eruvaka. According to the Gangapatnam tradition, from the beginning of Sri Amma’s Brahmotsavam, from the time of tying the kodi to the untying of the kodi, everyone in every house forbids meat. Everyone is looking for the welfare of Sri Amma by following rules of cleanliness.
The Sri Chamundeswari Ammavari Temple is a revered Hindu temple located in Gangapatnam, a village situated approximately 24 kilometers east of Nellore town in Andhra Pradesh, India.
Historical Significance:
The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamundeswari, a manifestation of Goddess Durga. It is believed that the temple was originally consecrated by the Shakteyas around 1,100 years ago. In 1515 AD, Chandragiri Raju Chennapparayudu renovated the Mukha Mandapam and installed the idols of Goddess Chamundeswari and the Dwarapalakas (door guardians). The temple underwent a significant restoration on April 8, 2009, and the Mahakumbhabhishekam (consecration ceremony) was performed by Sri Jayendra Saraswati Swamy, the 69th Shankaracharya of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, on May 28, 2009.
Temple Features:
• Location: The temple is situated about 1 kilometer from the sea, towards the east of Gangapatnam village.
• Architecture: The temple showcases traditional South Indian architecture, featuring a sanctum sanctorum (garbhagriha) housing the idol of Goddess Chamundeswari, along with a Mukha Mandapam and Dwarapalakas.
• Sacred Pool (Kollugunta): A notable feature of the temple is the sacred pool located at the western corner, known as the Kollugunta. Devotees believe that taking a dip in this pool can cure mental ailments, planetary disorders, and other health issues.
Festivals and Events:
The temple celebrates various Hindu festivals, with special significance given to:
• Brahmotsavams: An annual grand festival featuring various rituals and processions.
• Navaratri: A nine-night festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga, culminating in Vijayadashami.
Visiting Information:
• Timings: The temple is open daily from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
• Location: Gangapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 524313, India.