Ontimitta Kodandarama Temple: Single Stone Deities, Unique Pillars, TTD Preps Grand Kalyanam
Ontimitta Kodandarama Temple: Single Stone Deities, Unique Pillars, TTD Preps Grand Kalyanam
- •Sri Kodandarama Swamy Temple in Ontimitta, Kadapa district, is a spiritual center showcasing magnificent Vijayanagara-era sculptural wealth.
- •Features unique Yali pillars in the Ranga Mandapam, carved from massive boulders with hollow spaces for a person to sit inside.
- •The temple's most unique aspect is the idols of Sri Sita, Rama, and Lakshmana carved from a single stone, earning it the name "Ekashila Nagaram."
- •Construction began in the 14th century by Bukkaraya, completed by 17th century, with contributions from Vijayanagara and Matli kings.
- •Now administered by TTD since 2015, it hosts grand festivals, including the Sitarama Kalyanam on April 1, with extensive arrangements.
