SiddalaKona

SiddalaKona is a Jain temple in Sri Potti Sri Ramulu Nellore district featuring traditional stone carvings and architectural elements based on Jain design principles. The complex includes several chambers with carved pillars, niches for statues, and decorated walls that reveal the age and craftsmanship of earlier generations.

The temple was established as an important center of Jain worship and has remained a significant pilgrimage site across centuries of change in the region. It continues to serve its religious purpose and maintains connections to the area's spiritual history.

Visitors can observe devotees carrying out daily rituals that reflect the principles of non-violence central to Jain faith. The spaces are arranged to support this spiritual focus and offer insight into how these traditions are practiced.

Visiting is best done in the morning when the temple is less crowded and light conditions are ideal for viewing the carved details. Wear comfortable shoes since you must remove them before entering the sanctuary, and bring light, respectful clothing as a practical choice.

Stone surfaces on the walls and pillars contain hand-carved inscriptions that preserve records of local events and religious practices from past eras. These markings tell stories from the region's history that are not documented elsewhere.

Location: Sri Potti Sri Ramulu Nellore district

GPS coordinates: 14.20410,79.72710

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41