1/ 6
2/ 6
3/ 6
4/ 6
5/ 6
6/ 6
❮
❯
Prabhala Theertham at Ambaji peta, Jagaanna Thota, Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Konaseema District
Prabhala Theertham is a traditional and cultural festival celebrated in parts of Andhra Pradesh, including regions like Ambajipeta and Jaganna Thota in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema District. This festival is typically marked by elaborate rituals, community participation, and vibrant celebrations. “In 17th century on the day of Kanuma (3rd Day) of Sankranth....
Prabhala Theertham is a traditional and cultural festival celebrated in parts of Andhra Pradesh, including regions like Ambajipeta and Jaganna Thota in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema District. This festival is typically marked by elaborate rituals, community participation, and vibrant celebrations. “In 17th century on the day of Kanuma (3rd Day) of Sankranthi Festival by name “Ekadasa Rudras” (11 forms of Lord Shiva) met at Jaggannathota for World Peace & Happiness and discussed among themselves about the weal & woes of the people in the world and that they blessed the world with happiness & success. It is our sincere endeavour to let the world know the significance, elegance, and magnificence of Jaggannathota Prabhas (tall totems) festival, which has been celebrated from the generations immemorial in the midest of Konaseema. aggannathota Prabha (tall totems) Festival is the most famous, historical, and one of the ancient festivals, which can be held in Kanuma Day (3rd day) of Sankranthi Festival. It is the 1st festival and started earlier than other Prabha (tall totem) festivals.
Jaggannathota is a small hamlet in Mosalapalli village of Ambajipeta Mandal, Konaseema Region of Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Konaseema District, A.P. Jaggannathota is called "Location of Ekadasa Rudras" (11 forms of Lord Shiva). Jaggannathota is a coconut garden full of coconut trees. It is the only place where Ekdasa Rudras turn up themselves at one place.A major attraction of the festival is the display of intricately decorated wooden poles or frames, known as "Prabhalu," adorned with colorful decorations and flowers. These are carried in processions by devotees.Devotees perform various rituals at temples and sacred spots, seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being.
Read More
Activities
”
On Kanuma Day the “Ekadasa Rudras” Gangalakurru Agraharam -Sri Veereswara Swamy, Gangalakurru - Sri Chenna Malleswara Swamy, Vyagreswaram - Sri Vyagreswara Swamy, K.Pedapudi - Sri Menakeswara Swamy, Pulletikurru - Sri Abhinava Vyagreswara Swamy, Irusumanda - Sri Ananda Rameswara Swamy, Mukkamala - Sri Raghaveswara Swamy, Nedunuru - Sri Chenna Malleswara Swamy, Vakkalanka - Sri Kasi Visweswara Swamy, Mosalapalli - Sri Madhumananta Bhogeswara Swamy, Palagummi - Sri Chenna Malleswara Swamy are carried on Prabhas which are decorated with colour papers, flowers, colour clothes, and with classical music to Jaggannathota. The Prabhas are considered replicas of Ekadasa Rudras (11 forms of Lord Shiva) and the one from Vyagreswaram is considered chief; the Prabha from Mosalapalli is considered as host. All other Prabhulu, are raised high when the Prabha from Vyagreswaram enters Jaggannathota. The Prabhas from Gangalakurru Agraharam-Sri Veereswara Swamy and Gangalakurru-Sri Chenna Malleswara Swamy are carried through paddy fields and finally cross the Kowsika (river) by the devotees.
The famous and unique event that attracts and enchants a huge number of people is the entry of the Prabha of Gangalakurru Agraharam-Sri Veereswara Swamy. The Prabha of Gangalakurru Agraharam attends Jaggannathota as final Prabha in the evening by crossing Kowsika (River). The Prabhas have already been carried to Jaggannathota will wait for Prabha of Gangalakurru Agraharam. It is a feast to the eyes when Prabha crosses the river. While Prabha crosses the river, all the people who attend the festival will come and watch by standing on the banks of the river. People feel very happy by watching Prabha crossing the river; they feel that it is most memorable moment in their lives.
Social Media
Organized By
Endowment
Panchayathi Secretary
Jaggannathota, Mosalapalli village, Ambajipeta Mandal, Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Konaseema District, A.P. -533239
8919118414
info[at]prabhalatheertham[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Rajahmundry,
which is 80 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Rajahmundry,
which is 60 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Amalapuram,
which is 10KMs away.
