32-683: Traditional Draksharamam or Daksharamam is one of the five Pancharama Kshetras that are sacred to the Hindu god Shiva and also 12th of Ashtadasha Shakthi Peetams. The temple is located in Draksharamam town of Konaseema district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh . The poet Mallikarjuna Panditaradhyudu who wrote first independent work in Telugu and who spread Lingayatism in Andhra region during medieval ages
64-494: A Siva shrine at Draksharama named Kuppesvara, though no temple by that name exists now. The earliest inscription at the Bhimesvara temple, dated 1081 CE, indicates its existence before this time. Another inscription from 982 CE mentions the temple, suggesting it was built in the early 10th century, possibly during Kuppanarya's time. The Amareswara temple at Amaravathi can be dated based on epigraphical and historical evidence. Of
96-619: Is a village in Guntur district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh . It is the headquarters of Chebrolu mandal in Tenali revenue division . It was once a Buddhist site and territorial capital of Kakatiya dynasty . The Archaeological excavations revealed Buddhist artefacts of Satavahana and Ikshavaku period. During the Satavahana dynasty , it was referred as Tambrapuri . Chattúrmukhapuram
128-550: Is historically prominent. It was built by Eastern Chalukyas who reigned over this area. It's believed to have been constructed earlier to the Bhimeswaraswamy temple in Samarlakota that was built between 892 C.E. and 922 C.E. Maha Shivaratri and Dasara are the main festivals associated with Draksharamam Pancharama Kshetras The Pancharama Kshetras ( Telugu : పంచారామలు , romanized : Pañcārāmalu ) or
160-539: Is home to the unique Chaturmukha Brahma temple, one of the few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma in India. The temple has a stunning red stone Nandi and is situated in the middle of a tank, surrounded by smaller temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Shakti in her four incarnations. Chebrolu is a village teeming with life and festivity, with one or the other of its many temples celebrating religious occasions year-round. The village hosts several state-protected monuments, including
192-517: Is no definitive evidence regarding the simultaneous construction of the Pancharama temples, it is generally believed that each temple was established between the 10th and 11th centuries. Historical records, including inscriptions and literary references, indicate that the temples have been collectively referred to as the Pancharamas since at least the 12th century. The Pancharama temples are located in
224-423: Is no evidence to suggest that all five temples were constructed at the same time. No foundation inscriptions have been found to provide definitive dates for their establishment or consecration. It is generally believed that each temple was established between the 10th and 11th centuries. Historical records, including inscriptions and literary references, suggest that these temples have been collectively referred to as
256-483: Is not mentioned in medieval records as part of the Pancharama group of temples. The Bhimeswara temple at Samarlakota is attributed to Chalukya Bhima I (888–918 CE), the Eastern Chalukyan king. The temple is located near Chalukya Bhimavaram, close to Samalkota. An inscription found at Pithapuram credits Chalukya Bhima with its construction, describing him as the son of Vikramaditya, who ruled for 30 years and
288-454: Is said to have won 360 battles. Although some scholars propose that Chalukya Bhima II (934–945 CE) may have been responsible for the temple's construction, most evidence supports Chalukya Bhima I as its founder. The Bhimeswara temple at Draksharama is traditionally attributed to Chalukya Bhima I, though this lacks epigraphical support. An inscription from the reign of Amma II (945–970 CE) mentions an official named Kuppanarya, who constructed
320-411: Is still visited by pilgrims here. Inscriptions in the temple reveal that it was built between the 9th and 10th centuries CE by the Eastern Chalukyan king, Bhima. The big Mandapam of the temple was built by Ganga Mahadevi, daughter-in-law of Eastern Ganga Dynasty king Narasingha Deva I of Odisha . Architecturally and sculpturally, the temple reflects a blend of Chalukyan and Chola styles. The temple
352-555: Is the other name, which translates to the city facing the four points of the compass and was coined by Raja Vasireddy Venkatadri Naidu, a zamindar of Chintapalle. Chebrolu has deep historical roots. It was once known as Sambhole, from which the modern name Chebrolu is derived. The village played a significant role as a regional fort for the Pallavas, Chalukyas, and Kakatiyas, with numerous temples and inscriptions reflecting its rich past. Many famous Chalukya inscriptions have been found in
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#1732855346538384-466: The Pancharamas , are a group of five ancient Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Siva , located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh . These temples are situated at Draksharamam , Samalkota , Amaravathi , Palakollu , and Bhimavaram . According to regional legend, the lingams in these temples, referred to as aramas , are believed to have been created from a single, unified Siva lingam. While there
416-410: The 35 inscriptions on its walls, the earliest is from 1129 CE. While its Dravidian architectural style resembles the 10th-century Bhimesvara temples at Samalkot and Draksharama , the absence of earlier inscriptions suggests the temple was built later. Scholars estimate that the temple likely originated in the 11th century. Over time, legends associated with the Bhimesvara temples may have linked them to
448-561: The Amareswara temple. The Ksheera Ramalingeswara temple at Palakollu is traditionally associated with Narēndra Mrugarāja (Vijayaditya), who, according to the Edarupalli copper plate grant, built the Siva temple after fighting 108 battles. The temple, part of the pācharama shrines, is a single-storey structure with a small linga, unlike the usual two-storey shrines. Of the forty-six inscriptions on
480-500: The Chalukya Cholas. The general entered Vengi from the south, reduced the forts of Dharanikota and Yanamadala to ashes, and established himself at Chebrolu. The Chaturmukha Brahmalingeswara Swamy temple, built by Raja Vasireddy Venkatadri Nayudu about 200 years ago, is one of the rare temples dedicated to Lord Brahma, who is worshipped alongside Lord Shiva. Vasireddy Venkatadri Nayudu also strengthened other temples and undertook
512-587: The Devabhaktuni brothers Kanttanna and Murthanna. An inscription by Jayapa mentions a Jain temple of Ananta Jina, to which he made grants in 1213 AD. A large horde of Satavahana coins were found in Chebrolu. The coins bore the ship figure with two masts. The inscription of Jayapa on two pillars in front of the Gopuram of Nageswara Temple (1231 AD) describes the relation between Hunas and Southern kings. It refers to
544-487: The Godavari and Krishna river regions of Andhra Pradesh. These five Siva temples are situated at Draksharamam ( Konaseema district ), Samalkot ( Kakinada district ), Amaravathi ( Palnadu district ), Palakollu , and Bhimavaram ( West Godavari district ). All the temples, except the one at Amaravathi, are located within the Godavari region. Legend attributes the founding of the Pancharama temples to Indra . However, there
576-725: The Madra King Pancola and the Videha King Hammira, the Huna and the King of Kasi waiting at his door. Chebrolu is situated at 15°58′N 80°30′E / 15.967°N 80.500°E / 15.967; 80.500 . It is spread over an area of 791 ha (1,950 acres). As of 2011 census of India , Chebrolu had a population of 11,626 with 3,110 households. The total population constitute, 5,728 males and 5,898 females —a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1000 males. 1,231 children are in
608-581: The Nageswara Swamy temple, the Chaturmukha Brahma temple, and temples dedicated to Sri Veerabhadraswamy, Sri Prasannajaneya Swamy, Sri Bheemeswara Swamy, Sri Adikesava Swamy, and Sri Parvati Ammavaru. Most of these temples are still in active use, with the Nageswara Swamy and Bheemeswara Swamy temples generating annual revenue. However, the full potential of Chebrolu’s historical and cultural significance remains to be realized, as efforts continue to bring
640-570: The Pancharamas since the 12th century. Historian K. V. Soundara Rajan attributes the construction of the five Siva shrines at Chebrolu , Samalkot, Draksharamam, Amaravathi, and Palakollu to Chalukya Bhima I (888–918 CE), the Eastern Chalukyan king during his reign. However, there is no concrete evidence supporting the idea that all five temples were built by Bhima I. And, the Bhimeswara temple at Chebrolu, despite its early architectural features,
672-512: The age group of 0–6 years, of which 606 are boys and 625 are girls, —a ratio of 1031 per 1000. The average literacy rate stands at 69.91% with 7,267 literates. Chebrolu gram panchayat is the local self-government of the village. It is divided into wards and each ward is represented by a ward member. The village forms a part of Andhra Pradesh Capital Region and is under the jurisdiction of APCRDA . Culturally rich, Chebrolu has more than 100 temples of great historical importance. The village
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#1732855346538704-436: The lingam, he was invincible in battle. In the war between the devas and the asuras under Tarakasura, Kartikeya and Tarakasura met in combat. Kartikeya used his weapon of shakti to kíll Tarakasura. By the power of this weapon, the body of Tarakasura was torn to pieces. But to the astonishment of Kartikeya, all the pieces reunited to give rise to a revived Tarakasura. He repeatedly broke the asura's body into pieces, and yet
736-561: The local Bheemeswara Temple. The inscription records the construction activities related to a Saptamatrika temple at Tambrape—an ancient name for Chebrolu. Several temples were built during the reign of Chalukya king Bhima (892–922 AD). It was also a place where several inscriptions of Cholas like the Velanadu Chodas were found. Satyashraya of the Eastern Chalukyas sent an army under his general Baya Nambi to seize areas held by
768-402: The pieces re-unified repeatedly. Even as Kartikeya grew baffled, Vishnu appeared before him and informed him that Tarakasura would be resurrected as long as the lingam he wore on his form was intact, and hence the lingam would have to be shattered for his victory. The deity also stated that after breaking, the pieces of the lingam would try to reunite. To prevent the lingam from reuniting, all
800-523: The pieces where they fell and worshipped them by building temples over them. After the consecration of the temples, the pieces stopped their attempts to reunite and became famous as the Pancharama Kshetras. All the five lingams in these five places have scale-like marks on them, which are believed to have formed by the power of the agneyastra used by Kartikeya. These places (or Aramas ) are as follows: Chebrolu, Guntur district Chebrolu
832-426: The pieces would have to be established in the places where they would fall, by way of worshipping them and building temples over them. Heeding the words of Vishnu, Kartikeya used his agneyastra (a celestial weapon of fire) to break the lingam that was worn by Tarakasura. The lingam broke into five pieces, and started to reintegrate to the chant of the sacred syllable Om . Surya , by the order of Vishnu, established
864-418: The reign of Eastern Chalukyan king Saktivarma I (1001–1011 CE), placing the temple's construction in the 10th century. However, architectural features suggest it underwent renovations in later periods, indicating a slightly later date than other Pancharama temples. Saiddhantika Non - Saiddhantika As per regional tradition , a lingam was owned by the asura king Tarakasura . Due to his possession of
896-524: The restoration of Chebrolu. The village was a known Buddhist site during the Satavahana and Ikshvaku periods, and several Buddhist artefacts have been unearthed. The presence of inscriptions suggests that Jain and Jewish communities also had a presence, with a Jain temple from the 11th century and a Jewish synagogue dedicated to the Children of Yacob. The famous Nageswara Swamy Temple and Galigopuram were built by
928-464: The temple, the earliest dates to 1156 CE, with the latest recorded in 1640 CE. Based on the epigraphical evidence, the temple is believed to have been constructed in the 11th century CE. The Someswara temple at Bhimavaram is associated with the legend of Tarakasura, where a piece of the Sivalinga, which fell from his neck, was installed by Chandra. The earliest inscription found in the temple dates to
960-520: The temples here, and Chebrolu is mentioned in the Yuddamalluni Vijayawada inscriptions. During the Kakatiya period, Chebrolu gained prominence under the rule of the great general Jayapa, who also authored the well-known book on Indian dance, Nrutyaratnavali. In 2019, a Sanskrit language inscription dated to the reign of the Satavahana king Vijaya (c. 3rd century) was found during the restoration of
992-406: The village into the national tourism circuit. Local transport include, city buses operated by APSRTC from NTR bus station to the village. The State Highway 48 passes through Chebrolu, that connects Guntur , Tenali and Chirala . Rural roads connects the village with Lemallapadu, Vadlamudi , Vejendla and Vetapalem. As per the school information report for the academic year 2018–19,
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1024-562: Was born in this town. The town was formerly known as Daṣkatapovana and Daṣkavāṭika . This is the place where Daksha head of all prajapatis did a yagna called Nirīśvara yāga or Nirīśvara yajña . This place's present name is a compound of Daṣka and Ārāma which means "Abode of Daksha ". This place was also referred to as Daṣkavāṭika by Jagadguru Adi Shankara in maha shakti peetha sloka at Māṇikye Dakṣa vāṭika which points to "Maanikyamba devi of Draksharama". The place where Daksha performed Nirīśvara yajña
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