Trilinga Rameshwara Temple Tandur

Trilinga Rameshwara Temple -Tandur

Trilinga Rameshwara Temple is located in Tandur Village, Nagireddypet Mandal, Kamareddy District. This temple is a sacred place dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as Bheemeshwara Swamy.Trilinga Rameshwara Temple is a remarkable ancient temple with unique features and historical significance.

Legend has it that the Shiva Lingam was installed by Lord Rama himself.Inside the temple, a black stone idol of Shiva and Parvathi is found, symbolizing divine unity and grace.

The temple is exclusively constructed using stone, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship without the use of cement or mud.Believed to be initially built by the Chalukyas and later completed by the Kakatiyas, the temple’s architectural style dates back to the 11th century.The temple’s design resembles a Shiva Linga from every angle, reflecting its deep connection to Lord Shiva.

Three Lingas named Rama, Bheema, and Soma are enshrined here by Lord Rama, Lakshmana, and Seetha, adding to the temple’s spiritual aura.
An exquisite idol of Nandi adorns the temple entrance, crafted with extraordinary detail and realism.

Sri Rama,Sita and Lakshmana who spent a short time here during their exile, came to the place where Manjira river is now and took a bath, and due to the influence of Tamoguna, they sat in three different ways and worshiped by themselves by making lingas. The story of the villagers here is that after they finished the puja, a three-lingam temple was built in this area, the place where Lord Rama bathed is called Ramapadalu, and the place where Lord Rama performed Tirtha is called Ramatirthanga.

A sacred atmosphere is created as sunlight illuminates the main Shiva Linga every morning, enhancing the temple’s sanctity.A hill named Veeranna Gutta stands opposite the temple, believed to have a connecting pathway, enriching the temple’s surroundings.

Despite facing destruction, the temple’s resilience is showcased by acquiring a Shiva Lingam from Kashi, preserving its sacred essence.The presence of the Manjeera river, resembling a Shiva Linga when viewed from above, adds a natural charm to the temple’s environment.

Noteworthy rituals like Laksha Bilwarchana and special ceremonies during Mahashivaratri and Karthika Pournami contribute to the temple’s spiritual vibrancy.