Gangapuram Temple is a famous Lord Kesava Swamy Temple in Southern India. It exists in Mahabubnagar district in Telangana state.Chalukya kings of Badami brought fame to the temple.
Shrine’s History
Chalukya kings of Badami brought fame to the temple. Sri Thrailokya Malla Someswarudu, the Chalukya King of Kalyani built the Kesava Swamy temple between 1042 A.D. and 1063 A.D. Then onwards this place is known as Kesavapuram. The earlier names of this place were Mayapuram, Mathsyapuram and Dhurithapuram etc. The sculpture of this temple is worth seeing and has become the topic for research amongst scholars. Evidence of the existence of Jaina Kalamukha and Shaiva religions and their spread here is also present. The annual festival of the temple is celebrated on Radhasapthami in a grand manner. People participate in this with pleasure and devotion. People come in large scale to attend the celebrations
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
The nearest bus stop is Jadcherla.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Jadcherla Railway Station
By Air
The nearest airport is hyderabad
Shrine Timings
5:30 am to 12:30 pm and 4:00 am to 7:30 pm
