Brahmalingeswara Temple on a Trisula Parvata hillock on the banks of Varahi river in uttaravahini turn is a famous Shiva temple in Visakhapatnam district
Shrine’s History
Locals consider this temple to be built by Gods’ themselves. Historical records point to East Chola kings in building this temple. Recent renovations have added many structures to the Chola construction
Legends Associated with This Shrine
This is a brahma lingam installed after brahma felt pleased for the penance of Bali Chakravarthi for Shiva at this place. Hence Shiva here is called Brahmalingeswara.
Even the Varahi river’s legend is linked to this place. Vishnu who was searching for Hiranyyaksha in varaha roopa, happen to see Bali Chakravarthy doing penance and requesting holy water for abhishekam. Vishnu pleased by Bali Chakravarthy’s penance gave raise to Varahi river by his side.
Architectural Relevance of This Shrine
All the old structures are now concealed under top layers of cement. It’s a beautiful temple having a nice view of the river below. As the river Varaha turns north here, this is also one of the Dakshin Kaasis of South India
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Narsipatnam which is on Chennai Kolkata NH is just 3 km away from this temple
By Rail
Most of the trains on Chennai Kolkata route stop at Narsipatnam Road which is just 13 km from temple
By Air
Visakhapatnam airport is just 100. Km away and is well connected to all major cities in India
Shrine Timings
6 am to 12 noon
5 pm to 8 pm
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Shiva rathri and Kartika Pournami are the major festivals
