Sri Veerabhadra Swamy Temple, Pattiseema, West Godavari
from Andhra Pradesh Temple Guide & from West Godavari Travel Guide

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Sri Veerabhadra Swamy Temple, Pattiseema, which is picturesquely located on a hill known as Devakuta Parvatha in the middle of the Godavari river. Pattiseema is 120 kms from Eluru. The place held a pleasant surprise for city dwellers. The famous temple of Sri Veerabhadra is picturesquely located on a hillock known as Devakuta Parvatha situated in the middle of the river Godavari. As per mythology, Veerabhadra is born out of the lock of Shiva's hair during his tandava performance on sighting his wife getting burnt in the fire of the yagna being conducted by Daksha, his father-in-law. You have to cross the river on board a crude motorboat to reach the temple. The backdrop of hillocks, the golden sand, undulating waters, the floral tips of wild grass waving in the cool breeze set the mood as you get ready for the visit to the ancient temple, considered to be one of the Panchakashi Kshetrams of the Shivaites, with a peaceful bent of mind. The temple with its beautiful Nandi, carved images of dancing deities on the walls does not disappoint the pilgrim. However, one fervently wishes that the renovation work were carried out in a manner which would have preserved the ancient facade of the temple without the same having been replaced with modern painted structures. Considered to be one of the Panchakasi Kshetrams of the Shivaites, the temple has a beautiful Nandi Vigraha. Carved images of dancing people adorn the walls while an awe-inspiring life size sculpture of Devi Bhadrakali with lot of ornaments and a sword, catches the eye. A temple dedicated to Sri Bhavanarayalla Swamy can also be visited.

How to Reach This Place

• Road: Located 120 Km from Elum, 40 Km from Rajahmundry & 25 Km from Kovvur.
• Rail: Nearest Railway station is Rajahmundry

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