Kodandarama Temple, Vontimitta

Kodandarama Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Rama, located in Vontimitta town in Vontimitta Mandalam of Kadapa District in the Indian state of Andhra. The temple, an example of Vijayanagara architectural style, is dated to the 16th century. It is stated to be the largest temple in the region. It is located at a distance of 25 kilometres (16 mi) from Kadapa and is close to Rajampet. The temple and its adjoining buildings are one of the centrally protected monuments of national importance.

Kodanda Rama Swamy Temple
కోదండరామస్వామి ఆలయం
View of the Kodandarama Swamy Temple in Vontimitta
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictKadapa
DeitySita Rama
FestivalsSri Rama Navami
Location
LocationVontimitta
StateAndhra
CountryIndia
Location in Vontimitta (M),Kadapa (D),Andhra Pradesh
Geographic coordinates14.3833°N 79.0333°E / 14.3833; 79.0333
Architecture
TypeDravidian architecture
CreatorChola and Vijayanagara Kings
Completed16th century
Specifications
Monument(s)3
Elevation151 m (495 ft)
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