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Srikalahasti

Srikalahasti

pilgrimage site · Andhra Pradesh

Srikalahasti, near Tirupati, is one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams of Lord Shiva, representing the element of wind (Vayu).

State
Andhra Pradesh
Type
Pilgrimage Site
Best season
Winter
Things to do
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Srikalahasti, near Tirupati, is one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams of Lord Shiva, representing the element of wind (Vayu). Its ancient Dravidian temple is famed for the Rahu-Ketu rituals and a lamp that flickers in a windless inner sanctum.

When to go

Best visited October to March; check seasonal opening and festival dates.

Why visit

A revered Shiva temple representing the wind element, famed for Rahu-Ketu rituals, an easy pairing with Tirupati.

Cultural notes

One of the five Pancha Bhoota Sthalams (temples of the elements), Srikalahasti is a major Shaivite pilgrimage and a historic centre of kalamkari hand-painted textiles.

How to reach

Near Tirupati (~36 km), sharing its airport and rail access; an easy add-on to a Tirupati pilgrimage.

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