Another Architectural Wonder in Telangana
There are umpteen number of architectural marvels in
the form of palaces, forts, cathedrals and temples in Telangana and the number
seems to be going up. A recent addition to the list is an enormous Temple of
Lord Venkateswara built on Manepally Hills in Bhuvanagiri, Telangana. The
temple is known as Swarnagiri Sree Venkateswara Swamy Devasthanam. It is also
called Yadadri Tirumala Devasthanam (YTD). The Temple is built on a 22-acre
land which is owned by Manepally family who are prominent businessmen in
Manepally. Swarnagiri Temple is considered one of the largest Balaji Temples in
South India. The construction of this temple began in 2018 and the main temple was
completed this year. However, more work is in progress around the temple. The
temple was consecrated on the 7th of March 2024 by Chinna Jeeyar
Swami- a spiritual leader from Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh.
Although there are 108 steps to reach the temple, it
is believed that the steps are designed in such a manner that people of all
ages can climb easily. This is probably only for those who have made a vow.
Nevertheless, there is another option wherein the vehicles can drive right on
top in order to skip the 108 steps, drop the passengers and go down to park.
The architecture of Swarnagiri Temple resembles
Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati. It is a blend of architectural styles of Pallava,
Vijayanagar, Chola and Chalukya Dynasties. The temple features four Rajagopuram
(towers), 40 feet monolith statue of Lord Hanumana installed in a 120 feet high
Mandapam. The Statue of Lord Venkateshwara is 12 feet high and is believed to
be the largest in Telangana. There is a bronze bell weighing about one and half
tons making it the second largest in India. The most significant sight is the
Jala Narayana Swami Sannidhi (Lord Venkateswara sleeping in the water- filled
sanctum).
The chief sculptor of the Swarnagiri Temple is DNV
Prasad Sthapathi. He appointed skilled artisans from different states to craft
the temple.
Distance from
Hyderabad:
This new captivating religious destination is 47.3 kms
from Hyderabad.
Mode of
Transportation:
Telangana State Road Transportation offers special
Buses from Jubilee Bus Stand to Yadadri-Bhongir Bus Stand.
Fare:
From Jubilee Bus Stand is Rs.100/-
From Uppal X Road is Rs.80/-
Timings of
Bus:
First Bus departs at 7.00 am
Last Bus departs at 3.30 pm
Ticket Price
for Darshan:
Free Darshan: Some devotees claim that free darshan is
faster
Darshan for Rs.50/-
Darshan for Rs.1,000/- provides ultra-fast darshan
Parking Fee:
Rs.50/-
Mobile Phones:
Not allowed inside the Temple. There is a counter at the entrance where the
Mobile Phone has to be deposited.
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