Ananthapuramu Cluster

Tower Clock  Ananthapuramu (M & D):

The clock tower is a structure located in the heart of Anantapur in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. It was built in memory of the martyrs of the Indian independence movement. In 1945, under the leadership of M. Ramachandra Naidu, the district judge and other persons took the initiative and constructed the building. Its radius is 15 feet, which indicates the 15th date. It consists of 8 faces representing the eighth month of the year i.e. August. The height of the clock tower is 47 feet, which represents the year 1947.

Padmasri Kalluru Subbarao District Archaeological Museum, Ananthapuramu:

District Archaeological Museum, Ananthapuramu was first started on 28-10-1992 as “Padmashri Kalluru Subbarao District Archaeological  Museum” in the name of Padmasri Kalluru Subbarao garu of Ananthapuramu district who was a great freedom fighter, donor and outstanding personality. As this museum building is getting dilapidated over time, the State Department of Archeology and Museums has taken up the construction of a new building with more modern features in place of this old museum building and made it available to the public of this district on Date: 10-03-2024. Both the central and state governments have provided their financial assistance for the construction of this museum.

MUSEUM TIMINGS: 10-30 A.M TO 5.00 P.M., HOLIDAY: FRIDAY (ALL GOVT. HOLIDAYS)  ENTRY FEE: Adult: 30/-, Child: 20/-.

PEACE MEMORIAL HALL, Ananthapuramu (M & D):

The ‘Peace Memorial Hall’ is located on a high-rise ground opposite the district court building complex in the Newtown area. It is a great structure spread over an area of nearly 2 acres. Built by Indian engineer Shri V.S.S.S.Raghavan during the British era, the foundation stone of this elegant structure was laid on 13-12-1919 by the Hon’ble C.C.  Todunder, ICS and a senior member of St. George’s Fort Council, Madras.

The main purpose and main purpose of this massive structure was to recover the amount of public subscription given by the top brass of the town, including the British, at the end of The First World War (1914-1918). It will take two years for the completion of the ‘Peace Memorial Hall’ building, which was inaugurated by the honorable Khan Bahadur Muhammad Habibullah Sahib Bahadur, member of the Executive Council of Fort St. George on 7-11-1921. Since then, peace has served as the center of people’s good programs and a community reading hall.

Town Congregational Church, Ananthapuramu Town:

This church was built in 1931, and the church was in the armory of the district police office, about 60 cents extended on 18-12-1995. Previously, this church was called the South Indian United Church. Now the present name is Town Congregational Church. The church management conducts prayers and speeches day-to-day programme. This church is maintained by the London Missionary Society and the Telugu church council.

Ananthasagaram Tank, Ananthapuramu:

Ananthasagaram Tank is a large water body located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is a significant irrigation tank that supports agricultural activities in the region. The tank also serves as a critical water source for drinking and domestic use in nearby villages. The tank is surrounded by open fields, small hills, and lush greenery, especially during the monsoon season. This setting offers beautiful, panoramic views, making it an attractive spot for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful escape from city life.

Nagaravanam Eco-Tourism Park, Pampanuru (V&M):

The Nagara Vanam, an eco-tourist park conceived by the Forest department with a view to make people and students environmental conscious and create love for trees and ecology, at Pampanur village.

Sri Subramaneswara Swamy Temple, Pampanur (V), Atmakur (M).

About 500 years ago, during the rule of Vijayanagara Empire by
Sri Krishnadevaraya, Sri Vyasarayu built a wall to enshrine Sri Subramaniaswara  Swamy, the Garpasvarupa, as part of Sanatana Hindu Dharmasthaphana. In the past, yogis and sages used to practice tapas in this place and it was treated as bad. Nanudi as if there were seven corners in this tapovanam. Subramaniashwara, who is enshrined in this temple, appears in the form of seven heads. In the Moola Virat idol of Srivari we see the swarupas of Yoga Tattva, Spiritual Tattva and Kala Tattva. In
particular, the idol of Swami is in the form of a serpent and appears in five forms from the Peetho to the Lion’s head on a single rock. On the Peetha Sri Chakra represents Ammavari Shaktisvarupa Goddess Parvati. The last part of the serpent on this is 3 1/2 (three and a half wraps) of Sri Chakra which is the last part of the spine in the human body. In Muladhara, the form of Kundalini Shakti represents the sense of having three and a half coils with a serpentine shape. Later Ammavaru in the form of Sri Chakra represents Rahugraha’s adishtana deva and feminine lingattvam
Skandhamata. The following part of the next Sarparupa refers to Vakratunda Sri Mahaganapati Swaru. This form of Ganapati has the meaning of Ketugraha Adishthana Deva Mooladara Chakra Adhidevata. Ganapati Subramanya Agraju. Then the central part of the Mula Virat is in the shape of Shiva Lingam Ishwara svarupa represents time, kala sarpa adishtana deva, ayusyu a health provider, purusha linga tattava. Later, with the serpent form, the upper part of the head has seven heads, and the seven- headed serpent falls down as Nagendra, the serpent form as
Subramanyeswara, Nagadosha Kala Sarpadosa, Kujadosha cure, Subramanyeswara. The lion flag at the end of the statue represents Lord Vishnu as Narasimha. And Sri Krishnadevaraya is believed to be the royal seal of the Vijayanagara Empire. Next, the chakras with peacock feathers on either side of the Lord represent the Lord’s
vehicle, Mayura, the Panchabhutas and the year, his Ritu, Masa, Paksha, Tidhi, Vara and Nakshatra. Therefore, the significance of this area is due to the fact that Moolavirat Shri Subramanyeswara Swaroopa is adorned with various forms of Shakti as mentioned above and by enshrining Lord Shiva, Parvati, Ganapati, Shanmukhu, Nagendra in one idol in such a way that all the entourage of Lord Shiva can be seen at one place. By worshiping the serpent form of Subramaniashwar in this kshetra, nagadoshas, Rahuketu Kala Sarpadosas, Grahadosas, Kujadoshas will be compensated and there will be peace in education, employment, business, marriage, children, high status, etc.

MPR (Mid Pennar Reservoir) Dam, Penakacherla (V), Garladinne (M):

The Mid Pennar Reservoir has been constructed across River Pennar near Penakacherla (v), Garladinne Mandal, Ananthapuramu District of Andhra Pradesh with storage capacity of 5.17 TMC. Mid Pennar Dam is surrounded by scenic landscapes, including hills, open fields, and the reservoir itself, making it an attractive spot for nature lovers and photographers. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the dam and the surrounding countryside, especially during sunrise and sunset.

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha swamy temple, Penna Ahobilam(V), Uravakonda (M):

Nava Narasimha is the oldest of the Kshetras in Andhra Pradesh. And among the Swayambu Kshetras the first one is Ahobilam and the second one is famous as Pennahobilam Kshetra. This temple was built in the year 1478 of the Salivahana Era by Sri Krishna Devarayala on a hill 3 kilometers away from Pennadi next to the Uravakonda road. Sage Uddalaka used to perform penance on this hill. On the lower part of this hill, towards the east, there was a village called Gollapally. A Gopu in this village gave milk at the well every day. The owner of the cow was upset when he noticed that there was no milk in the udder of his cow, and Narasimhaswamy told him that I should eat your cow. And on the lower part of the hill towards the south-west direction is the rock of Sri Lakshmi Devi Ammavari. Gollapalli residents build small temples for Sri Ammavars and perform puja at Chundirata. Sadasivadevaraya, the ruler of Vijayanagara He traveled from Vijayanagara to Penugonda Durga and stopped at the field.

PABR DAM, Korrakodu (V), Kuderu (M):

The PABR (Penna Ahobilam Balancing Reservoir) Dam is built on the Penna River and plays a significant role in managing water resources for the surrounding region, particularly benefiting agricultural lands. The reservoir is also a scenic spot, attracting locals and visitors who come for picnics and to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The nearby landscapes offer opportunities for bird-watching and photography, especially during the monsoon season when the water levels are high.

Sri Anantha Gaja Garuda Sri Lakshmi Narayanaswamy Temple (Taggu Devalayam):

This Temple is situated in the narrow streets in the heart of the Pamidi
village in a low lying area, this temple is locally known as Taggu devalayamu and also called as ANANTHA GAJA GARUDA SRI LAKSHMI NARAYANASWAMY TEMPLE. This temple is also belongs to the Post Vijayanagara period. The highlight
of this temple is installation of a peculiar form of the deity in a single sculpture carved on monolithic stone with a concept of GAJENDRA MOKSHAM scene from the Bhagavata cult of Vaishnavite tradition. Here we see at the bottom of the deity an animal of crocodile and above of this is carved an elephant figure, lord Vishnu along with his consort Lakshmi is shown on his mount Garuda and is carved with on the great snake Anantha/Adiseshu is shown which is seven hooded canopy to the god Vishnu. Though the local people called this sculpture as ANANTHA GAJA GARUDA SRI LAKSHMI NARAYANASWAMY infact this sculpture is carved on the concept of the GAJENDRA MOKSHAM scene where the lord Vishnu save the elephant king from the crocodile as per the mythological references. Generally, we see this Gajendra moksham scene as a sculptural art on the ancient temple walls as bas-relief and carvings on the mandapa pillars in simple form. But here in this temple it is shown with all details carving CROCODILE, ELEPHANT, GARUDA, ANANTHA along with the lord Lakshmi Narayana on a single stone housed in the garbhagriha and being worshipped by the local people is very peculiar in nature. The temple is facing East and consists of Garbhagrihas, Antarala and pillared mandapa. The super structure is having asthanga type with Adhistana, Padavargam, Prastaram, Salaharam, Dwitala vimanam, Griva, Shikaram and Sthupi/ Kalasa. Lord Vishnu is installed on four sides of the sikhara. The Vimana is decorated with stucco figures and maid of brick.

Sri Bhogeswaraswamy & Sri Chennakesava Swamy Temples,
Pamidi (V & M):

During Chola kingdom dynasty in Pamidi Mandal, Pamidi town Sri Bhogeswara Swamy Temple was built. It was on the river Penna, Sand Dimma Cenire Snake was tied to Siva Linga and one cow was Pouring milk on Siva Linga daily. It was
observe by a Cattle men and informed to his King and the same night the king got dream and siva was seen by the king and was told that Siva was in Mud hole (Putta), Then the King ordered to break the Putta and saw that Siva was tied with Snake and king Constructed the Temple and the Snake was tied to sivalinga. The town was called as Pamumudi and later on it was changed as Pamidi. 

Sri Chennakesava Swamy Temple, Pamidi (V & M):

Chennakesava swamy temple: It is a modern temple situated in the centre of the village. The flat roofed temple consists of garbhagriha and mandapa. The sanctum houses the idol of Chennakesava swamy (90 x 50 cms.). He holds chakra, sankha, and club while the front right hand is in abhaya pose. The mandapa is supported by four plain pillars. There is a stone dhavajastambha infront of the temple.

Singanamala Tank, Singanamala (V&M):

Singanamala Tank is a large irrigation tank located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is one of the important water bodies in the region, serving as a key source of water for agricultural activities in the surrounding areas. The tank is surrounded by rural landscapes, farmlands, and small hills, making it a picturesque location for visitors. The tranquil environment makes it ideal for those looking to relax in a natural setting, enjoy quiet walks along the water, or engage in photography.

Sri Kodanda Rama Swamy Temple, Singanamala (V&M):

Singanamala is Mandal Headquarters at a distance of 21 Kms East of
Ananthapuramu District Head Quarters on the Ananthapuramu-Tadipatri road. It is surrounded by hills on Eastern, Northern sides and a big irrigation tank of late-Vijayanagara period is existing on the Western side. The Rama swamy temple is said to be constructed during the Krishnadevaraya period of Vijayanagara dynasty and consists of Garbhagriha, Antharala and Open Pillared mandapa. The Vimana of the temple is single storyed with a stepped Pyramidal sikhara probably derived from the Chalukyan Architecture, The Temple has a prakara wall and facing to the East. It is very interesting to observe that the rectangular Garbhagriha consists of a high rectangular pedestal and the seat of Rama, Lakshmana, Sita, and Anjaneya idols in black stone are in big size and beautifully carved. Particularly the idol of Rama is sitting in Sukha Seena Posture and he is in Dhyanamudra keeping his right hand near the chest in chin mudra posture and known as Atama Rama on the front side of the pedestal beneath the idols one can observe the carvings of figures of Hanuman Garuda and ‘Sugreeva’ interestingly. The Pillars with different type of Vaishnavite figures are very attractive. It is a worth seeing monument. Outside the prakara wall, exactly opposite to the temple, is a pillared Kalyanamandapa, carved in black stone.

Gugudu Kullayswamy & Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Gugudu (V), Narpala (M):

Earlier, four hundred years ago, there was a temple of Chennakesavaswamy near Gugudu village. There was also a village called Chandrayuni Peta near that temple. There were two brothers named Ramachari and Lakshmanachari who were Vishva Brahmins living in Kamsala Street of this village and both of them were known to be good craftsmen in wine making. Both of them are determined to do something great in their lifetime with a strong will to make it memorable for the rest of their lives. They made a name (panja or swami) out of five metals. From the time it was made, the hardships started for the two Vishwa Brahmin brothers. In addition to this, the village was set on fire. Deluded that they would face more hardships in the coming future, those two realized that they could not find the name (Panja or Swami) and threw it in the Digudu well near Ganganapally, which is two kilometers south of the village. After that for some time a shepherd named Sri Tirumala Kondanna belonging to the Reddy caste of Gugudu village went near the well. Then, as it was the dry season, he was taking water from the hands and drinking it to quench his thirst, at that time appeared peeru, when he saw his name. That name told Kondanna that if he took me and installed me in Gugudu village, and worshiped me, I would become the idol of all castes and fulfill their wishes. Confused by this word, Kondanna got up and ran to the village of Gugudu. At this time Moharam celebrations are going on in Gugudu village. The shepherd showed Kondanna’s name to some village elders, then during the Mohar festival, Kondanna’s found name was also paraded. Pooja programs are organized for this name which has the name of Kuhalla as Kullai Swamy. Even after Kondanna’s death, his family members are carrying out processions taking the name of Sri Kullayai swamy.