Siddheswara Swamy Temple

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Siddheswara Swamy Temple
Religion
Affiliation Hinduism
District Tirupati district
Deity Lord Shiva
Location
Location Talakona
State Andhra Pradesh
CountryIndia

Siddheswara Swamy Temple is a large Hindu temple located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located in Talakona in the Sri Venkateswara National Park of Tirupati district. The temple is located in the deep forest of the park (just 20 minutes walk from the well-known Talakona Waterfall). The main deity of the temple is Shiva and the primary festival celebrated is Maha Shivaratri. Locals also gather to celebrate Holi. [1]

13°48′53″N79°11′47″E / 13.8147°N 79.1963°E / 13.8147; 79.1963 References

  1. "Sri Siddeswara Swami Temple Talakona Waterfalls – Temples In India Information" . Retrieved 30 December 2018.

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