Jonnawada

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Jonnawada Temple of Kamakshi Devi
Jonnawada Temple of Kamakshi Devi

Jonnawada is a pilgrimage in Andhra Pradesh, India on the banks of river Pennar.

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[edit] History

It is famous for Sri Mallikarjuna swamy and Kamakshi Tai temple constructed in the year 1150. The goddess Kamakshi is believed as an incarnation of Shakti.

A 'Sri Chakram' was installed here by Sri Jagadguru Sankaracharya.

[edit] Geography

It is located on the banks of river Pennar and is 12 km from Nellore.

[edit] Economics

The village depends on agriculture and tourism.

[edit] Government

The village is part of Buchireddipalem Mandal.

[edit] Transport

The best way to reach is by bus from Nellore, which is reachable by buses and trains from major cities like Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad.

[edit] Demographics

[edit] Culture

An annual 10 day festival is celebrated during April or May. Nearby hill Narasimha Konda is also famous for another deity called Narasimha Swamy.

[edit] Sports

[edit] Media

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