About Kodandaramaswamy Temple, Vontimitta
Kodandaramaswamy Temple is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama located in Vontimitta, YSR Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. Renowned for its Eastern Gopuram architecture and Vijayanagara and Chola style, it is one of the few temples with east-facing entrance. Built in the 16th century, it is designated as a centrally protected monument and is noted for its ornate mandapas, sculpted pillars and annual Sri Sita Rama Brahmotsavam celebrations.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large east-facing temple complex built in Vijayanagara architectural style with three ornate Gopurams, a central sanctum housing idols of Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana, and intricately carved mandapas including a 32-pillared mantapa. The complex is set in a spacious courtyard with stone structures, sculptures depicting episodes from the Ramayana, and open areas for circumambulation and festival gatherings.
Key highlights
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One of the few temples in India with an east-facing Gopuram
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32-pillared mandapa with intricate Vijayanagara and Chola style carvings
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Idols of Lord Rama holding a bow with Sita on the right side, unique iconography
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Centrally Protected Monument maintained by Archaeological Survey of India
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Annual nine-day Sri Sita Rama Brahmotsavam and Sri Rama Navami celebrations