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Sakshi Ganapathi Temple

Sakshi Ganapathi Temple
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Pilgrimage
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 2.5 KMs From Srisailam
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 Hour
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
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On the way to Srisailam, you can find the Sakshi Ganapathi Temple. Everyone who comes to Srisailam to seek the benefits of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy stops by this temple. It is an essential part of any trip there. There are beautiful views of nature all around this temple, which is only a few km from the Shikaram. The Sakshi temple is one of the best temples among the places to visit in Srisailam.

History of Sakshi Ganapathi Temple

The Sakshi Ganapati Temple is a holy place in Andhra Pradesh. It is in the town of Srisailam in the Kurnool district. It is customary for visitors to visit this temple before going to the holy Srisailam Temple, which is for Lord Shiva. It makes the temple an essential part of Hindu worship. Sakshi means "witness," and people think that Lord Ganapati, the Hindu god of wisdom and removal of obstacles, keeps track of all the devotees who go to Srisailam.

There are references to the temple's history in many sacred books, showing that it has been important since the beginning of time. Over the years, the temple has been a part of the pilgrimage route that includes the twelve Jyotirlingas and the fifty-two Shakti Peethas. These places are holy to people who worship Lord Shiva and the Divine Mother Goddess.

What is the significance of the Sakshi Ganapathi temple?

Sakshi Ganapathi sees everything, keeps records of what people do, and gives them the good and bad things they deserve. We can be at peace if we know that someone has proof of the good things we do. He never forgets, even if we do. Sakshi Ganapathi is one of these gods who can change many things that happen.

What are the benefits of Sakshi Ganapati homam?

As a bonus, Ganapathi Homam can also help devotees who are sick with things like anxiety, sadness, or injuries they get in accidents.

The best time to visit 

The best time to visit the Sakshi temple is from October to March. It is more relaxed and the weather is nice, with little rain and temperatures between 15°C and 30°C. During this time, it's great to visit temples and opt for the Srisailam tour package

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