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Reference: https://www.trawell.in/telangana/hyderabad/sri-rama-chandra-temple-ammapalli
https://travellerkaka.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-ammapalli-temple-hyderabad/
Location:
“Shri
Sita Rama Chandra Swami Temple, Ammapally, 784W+V4G, Nagarguda - Shamshabad Rd,
Near Rajeev Gandhi International Airport, Shamshabad, Ammapalle, Telangana
501218”
A rare temple of Shri Rama, without Hanuman, Seetha
Ramachandra Swamy temple situated at Ammapally is around 30 KMs from the
capital city of Hyderabad in Telengana. The Rama temple was built by Vengi Chalukya
kings in 12th century but the idol is 1000 years old. The temple is adorned with
a large seven-story gopura (which is currently under renovation). There is a
large image of Lord Vishnu is sleeping posture above the gateway of the tower.
The temple is very well known for film shootings
especially at the step well in front of the main gopura.
Architecture
The temple follows a typical Dravidian structure with
a front gopura followed by a large corridor around the temple. The idols of
Rama, Sita, and Laxmana and its Makara Thoranam are beautifully formed from a
single black rock. Shri Hanuman instead of his normal position of with Shri
Rama is present at the Dhwaja Stambha which is unique. Built in the traditional
South Indian architectural style as mentioned above, there are series of
smaller shrines surrounding it. The temple is adorned with intricate carvings
and sculptures depicting scenes from the Ramayanam. The temple is an important
part of the cultural heritage of the region, and serves as a symbol of the rich
history and traditions of the area. Despite
the passage of time, the temple has remained well-preserved, and continues to
attract a large number of devotees from all over the world. The style and
carvings of the temple reflect the revival of Hindu culture and architecture
during this time.
There is a large temple pond (I found it more of a
stepwell) which is very ancient. The pond is surrounded by sheds and once it
provided shelter to the pilgrims. It consists of a series of steps leading
down to the water level, often featuring ornate carvings and architectural
details. The well’s dual purpose of utility and decoration reflects the
temple’s past inventiveness in water management. There is a mandapa opposite to
the temple.
Festivals:
Sri Rama Navami
Timings:
Monday to Sunday: 6am
to 12pm and 6pm to 12 pm
How
to Reach:
By
Road:
While coming from Hyderabad, one has to take right turn at Shamshabad
Begumpet junction and drive for 5 kms. If you are using Outer Ring Road, take
Shamshabad / Airport exit, driver towards Shamshabad town and take left turn at
Bus Stop junction. The temple is situated towards left side close to the main
road. Shamshabad Bus stop is the nearest bus stand, take an auto from there.
By
Train: Hyderabad Deccan
(Nampally) or Secunderabad Junction are the closest train
stations. You can take busses or cabs to the temple from there.
By
Air:
Nearest Airport is Hyderabad Airport
By Metro: The nearest metro
station is Raidurg on the Blue Line, followed by a taxi or bus ride to the
temple.
Parking
and Photography
There is a big dedicated parking at the entrance of
the temple.
Photography is allowed. Drones should be tried from
outside and it should be at a height as there are a lot of trees around.
Nearby
Places to visit:
1) Himayat
sagar Lake
2) Venugopala
Swamy temple, Manchirevula
3) Nanjipur
waterfalls
4) Kashi
Vishveshwara Temple, Kalabgoor
5) Ramalingeshwara
Temple, Nandi Kandi
And many places of the Hyderabad area like Birla
Mandir, Salar Jung Museum, Golconda Fort, Charminar, etc.