Heritage

Challapalle Fort, which is situated in Andhra Pradesh's Krishna district, is evidence of the area's rich cultural legacy and history.

Yaralagadda Ankineedu Prasad, the Raja of Challapalli, constructed the city around the beginning of the 18th century. Around the palace, the town of Challapalli developed and became the Devarkota Estate's capital. Yarlagadda Sivaram Prasad was the last ruler to be crowned in Challapalli (1906–1976).

The primary deity of the Challapalli royal dynasty, who currently govern the temple, is Sri Subramanyeswar Swamy. The Sri Sakaleswara Swamy temple, which is located next to the Mopidevi Temple, features a Swayambhu (self-manifested) Shiva Lingam. Sagara Chakravarthy, Sri Rama's grandfather, revered this Lingam, hence the temple's name. When floods swept through the village of Mopidevi in 1783, people discovered about the Lingam. The temple was later built by the local landlord, Adusumilli Gangubhotlu. Currently, the Sri Sakaleswara Swamy temple is run by the Adusumulli family.

Pedakallepalli, also known as Dakshina Kasi, the Kasi of the South, is a secluded location on the calm banks of the Krishna River. With the river flowing north to east, replicating the sacred landscape, expressing the spiritual soul of Varanasi. Pedakallepalli, which is steeped in mythology and history, was formerly known as Kadhalipuram, a name that reflects its rich cultural past. Travelers and pilgrims are still drawn to this charming community today to feel its spiritual essence.

The village was the birthplace of Veturi Prabhakara Sastri, Pingali Venkayya, Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao, Veturi Sundararama Murthy..

Located in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, Ghantasala Jaladheeswara Swamy Temple is a revered pilgrimage site, steeped in mythology and spiritual significance.

Ghantasala Stupa is an ancient Buddhist monument, steeped in history and cultural significance. Serene atmosphere and tranquil surroundings. Ancient stupa architecture, with intricate carvings and sculptures. Panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.  The history of the stupa, dating back to the 2nd century BC. The connection to the ancient trade route, the Krishna River.

Sri Kakuleswara Swamy Temple, Srikakulam is an historical ancient Temple . It was built by Sathavahana’s family in the 4th Century. Previously it was popular as Andhra Maha Vishnu, Andhra Nayaka, Telugu Vallabha and Sri Kakulani Nadha. Gradually the God is called as Sri kakuleswara.

The Temple is 57th prior in the 108 ancient punyakshethrams. The existing Raja Gopuram was built by Anantha Dandapala who is the king of CHOLAs in the year Sarvadharinama year i.e. 1081. The Vijayanagra King, Sri Krishna Devaraya Visited this Temple in the year 1519. He Wrote AMUKTHA MALYADA Grandham as per Sri Kakuleswara Swamy’s instructions in the dream.

In the past, a demon named Narakasura was tormenting people. All the people prayed to Lord Krishna. Hearing the cries and prayers of the people, Lord Krishna, along with Satyabhama, killed the demon. On the fourth day of Ashvayuja Shuddha Chaturdashi, the torment of Naraka was relieved, so that day is called Naraka Chaturdashi. All the people burst firecrackers with joy and happiness. Thus, the festival of Diwali came, according to the Puranas.

According to Skandha Purana, the killing of Narakasura, which filled all the people with joy, took place in the Nadakuduru area of Challapalli mandal of Krishna district in AP. The riverside village Nadakuduru became a place of hellfire that day.