Religious
Kodanda Rama Swamy Temple, Vontimitta
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The Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy Temple is a magnificent ancient temple dedicated to Lord Sri Rama, located in Vontimitta village of Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. Built in the 16th century during the Vijayanagara Empire, the temple is known for its exquisite Dravidian architecture, towering gopuram, and finely carved mandapams. It is said that two devotees, Vontudu and Mittudu, constructed the temple, and later turned into stone, giving the village its name—Vontimitta.The temple is revered as one of the largest and finest Rama temples in South India, and it is officially recognized as the place where the state’s official Sri Rama Navami celebrations are held, especially since the Bhadrachalam Temple became part of Telangana.Location: Address: Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy Temple, Vontimitta, Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh – 516213 Nearest Town: Rajampet (16 km) Nearest Railway Station: Vontimitta Railway Station (2 km) Nearest Airport: Tirupati International Airport (approx. 110 km) Temple Timings: Morning: 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM Evening: 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Timings may vary on festival days and during special sevas) Important Festivals: Sri Rama Navami Brahmotsavams: Celebrated grandly in March–April, including celestial wedding (Sita Rama Kalyanam) attended by state officials. Vaikunta Ekadasi Hanuman Jayanti Ugadi
