Talupulamma Lova Temple — Attraction in Andhra Pradesh

Legend has it that the great Sage Agastya was so enchanted and drawn by the scenic splendor and tranquility of this place that he settled down here and meditated. It is believed that he used to eat fruits and drink water from these mountains. He respectively named these mountains as "Darakonda and Teegakonda". One can see, even now a perennial stream flowing down from the "Darakonda hill". Further wedged between 2 heavily forested hillocks, stands the Thalupulamma Thalli Lova Temple offering a breathtaking view of the valley below which is just a sample of the natural beauty of East Godavari, often claimed as "The God’s Own District". Located not far from the famous Temple town of Annavaram, is the abode of Thalupulamma Thalli. It is a fascinating and irresistible destination for both lovers of nature and adventure as well as pilgrims. Truck owners as well as car owners, particularly those who live in the Godavari and North Coastal Districts share a special bond with this Temple as they believe strongly that Goddess Thalupulamma Thalli will protect them from accidents, dangers and will also help in earning profits.The deity Thalupulamma Thalli is said to be a "Swayambhu" (self-incarnate). She is called Thalupulamma Thalli because "the mere thought" (thalapu) of her is enough for the Goddess to grant boons for her devotees. The Goddess is so kind hearted, so compassionate that she doesn’t wait for her devotees to come to her. Just one mere thought of her and she rushes to her devotees and grants them whatever they pray for, ask for. To access this Temple one must climb a long and steep flight of steps. Sri Talupulamma Ammavari Devasthamam is located 70 Km from Kakinada, and 176 Km from Amalapuram and 8 km from Tuni. The temple is situated about 6 Km adjacent to NH-5 and about 8 Km from Tuni Railway station. And from there only bus transportation is available. The nearest railway stations are...

Talapulamma Lova is located near Tuni of Andhra Pradesh, on the way from Annavaram towards Visakhapatnam. Talapulamma Talli is a scenic beautiful place in Lova, where the temple is in between two huge hills called Darakonda and Teegakonda. The diety is said to be Swayambu and another idol on the top is installed. Potaraju swamy is on the right to Talapulamma Talli. The diety is known as Talapulamma (Talapu means Thought in telugu). She is called Thalupulamma Thalli because "the mere thought" (thalapu) of her is enough for the Goddess to grant boons for her devotees. To access this Temple we have to climb a long and steep steps starting from the ornate entrance. While climbing these steps, the devotees halt for a few minutes at an intermediary landing where they worship Lord Vighneswara and other deities present there. This is a good picnic spot as well, as it is surrounded by hills, lush greenary and nature beauty.

The village where the temple is located is known as Talapulamma Lova. Legend has it that the great Sage Agastya was so enchanted and drawn by the scenic splendor and tranquility of this place that he settled down here and meditated. It is believed that he used to eat fruits and drink water from these mountains. He respectively named these mountains as "Darakonda and Teegakonda". One can see, even now a perennial stream flowing down from the "Darakonda hill".

The temple has a cottage constructed by the Thalupulamma Thalli Temple Devasthanam. Normally, devotees visit this temple in the morning and leave by evening. The temple is closed...

The deity Thalupulamma Thalli is said to be a "Swayambhu" (self-incarnate). The important festival celebrated in this temple falls in Chaitra Masam (March/April) every year, in Bahula Vidhiya, Tadhiya, for a period of about 15 days and also during "Aashadha Maasam" (June/July). Though the pilgrims’ rush is moderate here, one can find quite a rush on Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays as well as on festive occasions. ACCOMMODATION: The temple has a cottage with 28 rooms constructed by the Thalupulamma Thalli Temple Devasthanam to the pilgrims/devotees visiting Thalupulamma Thalli Temple. There are no Guest Houses to accommodate pilgrims as the pilgrim visit this temple in the morning and leave by evening.

HOW TO REACH:

Sri Talupulamma Ammavari Devasthamam is located 70 Km from Kakinada, 106 Km from Rajahmundry, and 176 Km from Amalapuram (via Rajahmundry) and 8 km from Tuni. The temple is situated about 6 Km adjacent to NH-5 and about 8 Km from Tuni Railway station. And from there only bus transportation is available and that too special. The nearest railway stations are Tuni and Annavaram. One must make sure that the trains stop here as this is a two way broad gauge route and most of the trains are super fast. Though one can travel by road with a lot of options available, renting a vehicle will always the best option to reach...