Palakollu · Andhra Pradesh
Ksheerarama
The Pancharama Kshetra at Palakollu in West Godavari, where Shiva is Ksheera Ramalingeswara Swamy.
Andhra Pradesh · Temple listing
Somarama
01 · Discover
History & tradition
Somarama is at Bhimavaram in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh and is one of the five Pancharama Kshetras sacred to Shiva. The temple is old, though the paintings and sculptures on its walls are more recent. In front of it lies a lotus-covered pond called Chandrakundam, and a large gopuram stands at the entrance. The temple is a centrally protected monument of national importance.
Good to know
Deity & dedicationNot yet confirmed
Heritage statusState Protected Monument
Sacred circuitPancharama Kshetras
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
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02 · Before you go
Plan your visit
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- Step 2
Follow the temple’s posted visitor instructions and queue.
- Step 3
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03 · Getting there
Map & route
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Somarama
West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh
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04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
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Offerings
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Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
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Photo: Palagiri · CC BY-SA 3.0
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Information you can trace
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- Wikidata — structured place recordRetrieved 2026-11-12
- Wikipedia — further readingChecked 2026-11-12