Krishna and Bhima Sangam

Krishna and Bhima Sangam is a sacred river confluence located at Tangidi village in Narayanpet district, Telangana, where the Bhima River merges with the Krishna River along the Karnataka border. Known as Nirvruthi Sangamam according to Guru Charitra, this holy site holds significant religious importance for Hindus as it is believed that Lord Sripada Srivallabha Swamy, the first incarnation of Dattatreya, performed a holy dip here. The confluence marks the entry point of the Krishna River into Andhra Pradesh and has historical significance dating back to the Vijayanagara period.

Visitors can witness the scenic meeting point of two major rivers, the Krishna and Bhima, surrounded by natural landscape along the state border. The site offers views of the confluence where the Bhima River flows from the south side to merge with the Krishna River. As a sacred pilgrimage destination, visitors typically engage in religious rituals and take holy dips. The area includes the nearby Sri Viranjaneya Swamy Temple and provides opportunities for photography and spiritual contemplation in a tranquil riverside setting.

In 1557-58, Ramaraya, the King of Vijayanagara, defeated the Bahmani Sultans and established a pact with the Sultans of Kutubshahi, Adikshahi, Nizamshahi, and Barid Shahi on the banks of this Sangam. According to Guru Charitra, this confluence is associated with Lord Sripada Srivallabha Swamy, the first incarnation of Dattatreya in the 13th century, who performed a holy dip here before proceeding to Kuruvapur.

The Sangam is considered equivalent in sanctity to the Ganga at Kashi and holy sites at Gaya for Hindus. It is known as Nirvruthi Sangamam and holds special importance in Hindu mythology as the place where Lord Dattatreya moved along the river banks. The site is considered very pure and holistic, where taking a holy dip during Pushkara is believed to grant punya and wash away sins. The Krishna and Bhima rivers hold a special role in Hindu culture at this location.