Golingeswara Temple Group Biccavolu

This ancient temple, constructed by the Eastern Chalukyas, is celebrated for its classic Dravidian architecture and is recognized as an ASI-protected heritage site, drawing devotees and history enthusiasts alike.

The primary deity worshipped here is Lord Shiva, with sanctums also dedicated to Rajarajeswara, Chandrasekhara, and Kumara Subramanya Swamy.

The temple’s spiritual ambiance is heightened by daily rituals and special poojas, performed in Telugu and Sanskrit, offering a deeply immersive experience for visitors.

Among the prominent poojas, the Subramanya Swamy Special Family Abhishekam is conducted between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM, available at INR 2000 for families and INR 200 for individuals or smaller groups.

Devotees can also participate in the Samuhika (Group) Abhishekam or Panchamrutha Abhishekam during the morning hours for INR 50. Naga Dosha Nivarana Pooja and Graha Shanti Pujas are also performed during specific morning ritual windows, catering to those seeking special blessings.

The temple welcomes pilgrims for free darshan during its open hours: 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Traditional prasadam, including Pulihora, sweet offerings, and Vibhuti/Kumkum, is distributed daily, while Annadanam is organized during major festivals, ensuring devotees are spiritually and physically nourished.

Golingeswara Temple is especially vibrant during festivals such as Maha Shivaratri (February–March), Subramanya Sasti or Skanda Shasti (November–December), and Vinayaka Chaviti (August–September), when the temple becomes a hub of devotional activity.

Reaching the temple is convenient, with Bikkavolu Railway Station located nearby, and additional access via Samalkot Junction (18 km) and Rajahmundry Railway Station (40 km). Rajahmundry Airport is 45 km away, while Visakhapatnam International Airport is 175 km from the temple.

Local buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis connect Biccavolu to major towns, and the temple is centrally situated within the village, easily accessible by local transport or a short walk from the railway station.

Accommodation options within Biccavolu are limited, so most visitors prefer staying in Rajahmundry, Kakinada, or Samalkot, where a variety of hotels and guesthouses are available.

For those interested in exploring further, nearby attractions include Bikkavolu Vinayaka Temple (0.5 km), Draksharamam Bhimeswara Swamy Temple (30 km), Samalkot Sri Kumararama Bhimeswara Swamy Temple (18 km), Pithapuram Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple (30 km), and Anaparthy (12 km), making Biccavolu an ideal base for a spiritual journey in Andhra Pradesh.