Sakshi Ganapati
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Deity: Lord Ganesha Place: Srisailam Andhra Pradesh
Sakshi Ganapati. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Located in Srisailam.
- Primary Deity
- Lord Ganesha
- Dress Code
- Traditional and formal clothing
- Address
- SH5, Srisailam, Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh, 518100, India
History
The Sakshi Ganapati Temple is a small structure located near the Shikaram of Srisailam. The temple features a black idol of Lord Ganesha depicted with a book and pen, symbolizing his role in recording the names of all pilgrims visiting the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga.
Spiritual Significance
It is believed that a pilgrimage to Srisailam remains incomplete or unrecorded if a devotee does not visit this temple, as Lord Ganesha acts as the witness to their visit.
- Nearest Airport: to Srisailam is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, which is approximately 200 kilometres away. After landing at Hyderabad Airport, you can take a taxi or private car to Srisailam. The road journey takes around 5 to 6 hours, passing through scenic landscapes.By RoadSrisailam is approximately 200 kilometres from Hyderabad and the road journey takes around 5 to 6 hours. You can drive via NH44 (National Highway 44) towards Srisailam. Srisailam is around 150 kilometres from Kurnool and
- Nearest City: Srisailam
Major Festivals
- Diwali
- Holi
- Navratri
- Ganesh Chaturthi
- Vinayaka Chavithi