Amid the mist-shrouded peaks of Nallamala in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, the Srisailam temple complex emerges as a unique spiritual vortex. It holds the distinction of being the sole Jyotirlinga among the sacred 12 where Shiva and Parvati coexist, symbolizing the inseparable forces of destruction and preservation.
This powerhouse draws millions annually, blending Jyotirlinga reverence with Shakti Peetha potency. The Mallikarjuna sanctum enshrines Shiva’s Jyotirlinga, eternally lit, while Bhramaramba Devi’s shrine recounts her bee avatar’s heroic slaying of Arun Asura, securing her place among 18 hallowed Shakti sites.
The demon’s tale is riveting: Brahma’s boon made him untouchable by common creatures, fueling conquests that shook the cosmos. Parvati’s ingenious metamorphosis into Bhramaramba neutralized this flaw, her eight-limbed bee form delivering justice.
Vast and venerable, the complex boasts a Ganesha-embellished entrance gateway, Nandi pavilion, Veera hall, and temples to Sahasra Lingeshwar, Ardhanarishwar, Veerabhadra, Uma Maheshwar, and Navabrahma. The goddess’s inner sanctum features Lopamudra’s murti and a potent Sri Yantra, with worship involving silk offerings as Brahmani Shakti.
Srisailam’s allure lies in its holistic sanctity—pilgrims report profound peace, miracles, and karmic reckoning by the vigilant Ganesha. It’s a must-visit for those seeking the profound synergy of Shiva-Shakti in one sacred enclave.