Period
Ancient (dating back to 10th-12th centuries for some temples)
Style
Dravidian, Andhra temple architecture
Protected by
State Archaeology Department, local temple trusts
Best time to visit
Oct-Feb
This ancient temple is one of the five Pancharama Kshetrams dedicated to Lord Shiva in Andhra Pradesh. Full details →
Hours
6am-12pm, 4pm-8pm
Entry
Free
Getting there
1.5 km from Bhimavaram Town Railway Station, auto ride (rupees 50-70)
The Mavullamma Temple is the most prominent spiritual site in Bhimavaram. Full details →
Hours
6am-1pm, 4pm-8pm
Entry
Free
Getting there
Located in the town center, walkable or short auto ride (rupees 30-50)
Gundugolanu Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple
This ancient temple is one of the five Pancharama Kshetrams dedicated to Lord Shiva in Andhra Pradesh. Full details →
Hours
6am-12pm, 4pm-8pm
Entry
Free
Getting there
1.5 km from Bhimavaram Town Railway Station, auto ride (rupees 50-70)
Allowed in temple courtyards, prohibited inside sanctum sanctorum. Ask for permission for specific areas.
Ongoing maintenance by temple trusts and state bodies
Bhimavaram is a significant railway town in Andhra Pradesh, nestled in the fertile Godavari delta.
The best time to visit Bhimavaram is from October to February. The weather is pleasant and dry, ideal for sightseeing and temple visits.
You can reach Bhimavaram by train (Bhimavaram Town or Junction stations), by bus (APSRTC and private), or by road. The nearest airports are Rajahmundry (80km) and Vijayawada (100km).
Most temples in Bhimavaram, including Mavullamma Temple and Sri Someswara Janardana Swamy Temple, do not have an entry fee. Donations are optional.
Bhimavaram is generally safe. Exercise standard precautions like avoiding isolated areas at night and being aware of your surroundings in crowded places. Locals are usually helpful.
You must try Pulihora, Pesarattu, Gongura Pachadi, Chepala Pulusu, Kaja, and Pootharekulu. These are authentic Andhra specialties.
Telugu is the primary language. Hindi and English are understood in hotels, shops, and by educated locals, especially in commercial areas.
If you have limited time, you can skip the Godavari River Embankment and the Rice Markets. Focus on the main temples like Mavullamma and Sri Someswara Janardana Swamy.
A low budget would be around rupees 1500 per day, a mid-range budget around rupees 3000, and a high budget around rupees 5000, excluding major travel costs.
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