Hanuman - Prasanna Anjaneeya Swamy Temple - Godugupeta, Machilipatnam

This is a Hindu temple in India.

Importance

The Lord in this temple is Hanuman and called as Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy. As per the Agama shastra (Science of temple construction), Dakshana mukha (Facing South) anjaneya is more powerful and those who worship him will be blessed with good family, conquer over evil powers and success. This temple is one of the Dakshina mukha Anjaneya temples and is more than 100 years old.

History

It is said that while performing rituals for renovation work(samprokshana) in 19th century by swamiji of kurtalam, there was a heavy rain and the streets around the temple were flooded with water but at the same time there was no rain drop on the temple. That incident reflects the power of almighty.

Festivals

Hanumath Jayanthi(Birth day of Hanuma) is celebrated on Vishaka bahula Dasami (10th day after full moon day in Vishaka month). Three day celebrations are made which include rituals like abhishekam to idol, archana, Chalisa parayana, Manya suktha parana, deepalankarana, purnahuthi are performed in the temple.

How to reach

Machilipatnam is well connected by rail and road. It is 60 km from Vijayawada by road and 80 km from same place by train.