Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple @ Lepakshi (Andhra Pradesh)

Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple :

This is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Veerabhadra (A fierce emanation of Lord Shiva). This temple is situated in a village called Lepakshi in Anantpur District in Andhra Pradesh. It is an ancient temple that was constructed in the 16th century. The importance of this place can be understood from its mention in Ramayan, Mahabharat, and Purans.

Temple architecture is of Vijaynagara style and it was one of the most important temples during that period. It is nicely built by cutting the stone. All the statues are crafted using huge stones.

The main attraction in the temple is a hanging pillar which is tons of kilogram of weight. Also, the structure of the temple is residing on this pillar.

Another attraction is a huge Bull statue (Nandi Statue) made of a single stone that is facing the temple which is around 600m away from the temple.

It is one of the very important tourist destinations in Andhra Pradesh which is close to Bangalore and an Ideal place for day-long travel.

Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple visiting Timing: 06.00 AM to 06.00 PM (Everyday).

Best time to visit Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple: All time. During summer it's a little hot.

Entry Fees: No entry fee for general darshan. You have to only pay if you want to perform special rituals.

Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple Address:

Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple

Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh 515331, (INDIA)

Special occasion:

You will find a huge crowd of devotees during weekends and holidays.

Places to visit near Lepakshi:

Veerabhadra Swamy Temple
Lepakshi Temple
Nandi Statue
Satya Sai Aashram
Nandi Hill

Parking Places: Huge parking place is available just opposite to temple. Local authorities collect a minimal fee for parking. You can park your vehicle on the roadside as well as it is not very crowded.

How to reach Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple:

Indian Rail: The nearest railway station is Hindupur which is around 11 km from the temple. You can hire Auto Rikshaw or Taxy to visit the place.

Buses: The nearest bus station is Hindupur which is around 11 km from the temple. There are regular buses from nearby cities like Bangalore, Hindupur, etc.

Airport: The nearest airport is Bangalore which is around 100 km from the Lepakshi temple. Bangalore airport is very well connected with major Indian and International places. You can hire taxis from here to reach the temple.

Private Taxis: Availability of private taxis, Autos are very good from Hindupur. You can hire taxis from Bangalore or other places also.

Distance from Major nearby Cities

Bangalore: 123 km

Hindupur: 13 km

Tirupati: 226 km

Kolar: 143 km

Anantpur: 124 km

Mysore: 263 km

Hyderabad: 485 km

Accommodation near Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple:

As this temple is situated in a village, you will not find accommodation there but multiple hotels are available in Hindupur which is 13 km from the temple

Food & Restaurant near Lepakshi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple:

As this temple is situated in a village, very few restaurants are available but they are not clean. Better to carry their own food. You can find good restaurants in Hindupur which are around 13 km from the temple or on Bangalore Hyderabad Highway which is 12 km from the temple.

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