Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy Temple Devuni Kadapa

Revered for its spiritual significance, this temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and is also home to other deities such as Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Padmavathy (Thaayar), Anjaneya (Hanuman), and Dancing Ganapathi.

Unique features like the Vishnu Paadham (footprints of Lord Vishnu) and a golden lizard roof carving add to the temple’s distinctiveness.

Locally, the temple is known by several names, including Tirumala Tholi Gadapa, Kripavathi Kshetram, and Devuni Kadapa, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural and spiritual importance in the region.

The temple’s origins trace back to the Vijayanagara period, with the primary idol installed by Sage Kripacharya and significant expansions carried out by Vijayanagara emperors, including Sri Krishnadevaraya.

Its architectural grandeur and historical legacy have earned it the status of a state heritage monument. Pilgrims and visitors can plan their darshan during the temple’s operational hours, which are from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The temple’s location in Devuni Kadapa is easily accessible from Kadapa city center. To reach the temple, one can arrive in Kadapa city via train, air, or road.

From the city center or Kadapa RTC Bus Stand, which is about 3 km away, the temple can be reached by traveling along Kadapa-Devuni Kadapa Road or Apsara Circle/DC Road.

Local transport options such as auto-rickshaws, taxis, and town buses are available, with the journey taking approximately 10 to 15 minutes. For those traveling by train, Kadapa Railway Station is the nearest, situated 6.3 km from the temple.

Air travelers can use Kadapa Airport, located 9.5 km away, or Tirupati International Airport, which is 138 km from the temple.

Accommodation is convenient, with Kadapa city center offering a variety of comfortable hotels within a 3 to 6 km radius, including PVR Grand Inn, Ziara Hotel, Hotel Grand Inn, and several budget lodges near the bus stand and railway station.

Visitors to Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy Temple can also explore nearby attractions such as Ameen Peer Dargah, Kodandarama Temple, Pushpagiri Temple Complex, Vontimitta Sri Kodandarama Temple, Gandikota Fort & Gorge, and Belum Caves.

For further information or assistance, the temple can be contacted at +91 99484 54696. This temple stands as a significant spiritual destination, blending heritage, devotion, and accessibility for pilgrims and tourists alike.