Sri Raja Rajeshwara temple, Hindu temple in Vemulawada, India
The Sri Raja Rajeshwara is a Hindu temple in Vemulawada, Telangana state, India, devoted to Shiva in the form of a lingam. The complex consists of several courtyards with pillared halls, and the walls display stone reliefs of gods and demons from ancient epics.
The Chalukya dynasty established a seat of power here from the 9th century and built the temple to link royal authority with the worship of Shiva. Later rulers expanded the site and added new halls and towers that reflect different building styles.
The name recalls the local worship of Shiva as supreme lord, and pilgrims still wash at the entrance basins before entering. Families gather in the inner courtyard under the colonnades and light oil lamps while priests recite prayers in Sanskrit.
Visiting in the early morning means fewer people and cooler air. Those wishing to stay longer can book guest rooms on the grounds and should note contact details in advance.
After certain ceremonies, devotees receive a meal and sweets as prasadam, a consecrated gift from the sanctuary. This tradition links spiritual devotion with the sharing of food, practiced here for centuries.
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