God
Parasareswara Swamy is the main deity of the temple. The Lord is an incarnation of Lord Shiva. Here main deity is facing east direction. The Linga here is installed by Parasara Maharish.
Goddess
Goddess Parvathi Devi is worshiped here as Sri Kamakshyamba who is the consort of Shiva.
Best Season To Visit
The best season to visit Srikalahasti is the Winter season. The best months to visit are October to March.
Weather
Highest - March to July (42 °C during day and 20 °C during night)Average - May (40 °C during day and 20 °C during night)Lowest - November to February (27 °C during day and 18 °C during night)Monsoon season - August to November
Dress Code
- For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
- For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or churidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
- Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.
Do's & Dont's
- Take a head bath before performing the pooja.
- Pregnant ladies should not perform the dosha nivarana poojas in the temple. Also avoid visiting temple where dosha nivarana poojas are performed.
- Do not offer Sastanga Namaskara in any naga devatha temple.
transport connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 APSRTC BUS STAND, Tirupati |
3.7 KM | 0877-2289907 |
 Tirupati Railway Station |
4.5 KM | 0877-2225810 |
 Tirupati International Airport |
16.3 KM | 0877-2275354 |
Architecture
Sri Parasareswara swamy temple is also known as Sri Kalabhairava Temple. The temple is an East facing temple with Vesara style of architecture. Sri Parasareswara swamy temple has a 3 tier Gopuram and Dhawaja stabham. Temple History is narrated in the 11 Sasanams (Old documents) which were obtained from the Temple premises and these documents dates from 11th century to 13th century.
Religious Significance
Arjuna the third of Pandava brother as Yogi did penance, in order to obtain Shiva's most powerful weapon "Pasupatastra". This is the place where, Lord Shiva appeared to Arjuna in the form of Hunter(Mallu) and tested his abilities prior granting his wish. Yogimallavaram which is derived from Yogi(Arjuna) and Mallu(Lord Shiva as Hunter) is Sacred place. Vyasa bhagavan is the son of Parasara maharishi. Parasara was raised by his grandfather Vashistha because he lost his father at an early age. His father, Sakthi maharshi, was devoured by a demon during his journey. After coming to know this from his mother, Parasara maharishi did penance for Lord Siva as suggested by Vashista. Lord shiva granted Parasara’s wish to see to his father in the heaven. As this idol was installed by Prasara maharishi.
History
The temple was built in 1008 A.D. by First king Rajaraja Chola. The Sage Agastya often used to visit this temple and carried out various poojas and homams at the ancient times.
Temple Timings
| Day | Timings |
|---|---|
| All Days | 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
Sevas
Pooja
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Airports
| Airport Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Shamshabad | 40 KM |
| Lorem Ipsum | 12 KM |
Railway Stations
| Railway Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Secunderabad | 10 KM |
| Nampally | 12 KM |
| Begumpet | 6 KM |
| Lingampally | 20 KM |
Bus Stations
| Bus Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| MGBS | 35 KM |
| CBS | 28 KM |
| kukatpally | 20 KM |
| Lingampally | 30 KM |
| Uppal | 35 KM |
Private Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Private Transport | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
Local Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Local Transport | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
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