Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple (Nellore)
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple (Nellore)
The Sri Ranganthaswami Temple in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ranganatha a resting form of Lord Vishnu. This temple, also called Talpagiri Ranganathaswami temple or Ranganayakulu is one of the oldest temples in Nellore. It is located on the banks of the Penna River and is believed to have been constructed in the 12th century. Just before the main entrance of the temple is a huge tower, called "Gaaligopuram", which literally means "wind tower". This tower is approximately 70 feet high and has 10 feet of gold plated vessels on top of it, called "kalisams". Every year during the month of march-april(varies according to indian calendar) grand festival is celebrated. these are called Brahmotsavam.
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