Vishnu
Srikurmam Kurmanadha Temple
Srikurmam, Andhra Pradesh · Kurmanadha (Vishnu in Kurma Avatar)
About Srikurmam Kurmanadha Temple
One of the 108 Divya Desams and the only temple in India where Vishnu is worshipped in his Kurma (tortoise) avatar in the main sanctum. The temple faces west — rare for Vishnu temples. An ancient 11th-century Kalingan-style temple.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Kurmanadha (Vishnu in Kurma Avatar)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Vishnu
📅 Best Visit Time
October to February
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Srikakulam Road (14 km)
Nearest Airport
Visakhapatnam Airport (120 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Srikakulam
Visitor Tips
Combine with Srikakulam Andhra Mahavishnu temple on the same day; avoid weekends for shorter queues.
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Quick Info
State
Andhra Pradesh
Location
Srikurmam
Ideal Base City
Srikakulam
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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