There are a number of tourist places in Draksharaman. Draksharaman is Shaivaite shrine and located 185 kilometers from Vijayawada city. It is supposed that Sage Vyasa performed penance here and named it as Dakshina Kasi (Southern Benaras). Legend says that the Saptamaharishis means seven sages, at the end of their penance divided the akhanda Godavari named river into seven separate streams.
The Sapta Godavari Kundam means a seven river pond situated near a temple is the main attraction of the number of devotees visiting this place. There are many rock edicts means sasanas, carved on the walls of the temple.
The temple art proves the power of a merging of sculptural traditions of two typws namely Chalukya and Chola styles. Famous A Telugu poet Srinath in the 14th century said to have written a 'Prabhanda Kavya 'Bhimakhanda' about this sacred place.
How to reach Draksharaman:
- By Air - The nearest airport is, Vijayawada at a distance of 185 kilometrs.
- By Rail - The nearest railhead is Kakinada at a distance of 17 kilometers, Hyderabad, about 100 kilometrs.
- By Bus - It is well connected by state buses and anyone can easily arrive at Draksharaman by bus from Kakinada and Rajahmundry.
Where to stay in Draksharaman:
- Choultries are available at Draksharaman.
- Budget hotels in Kakinada and Rajahmundry.
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