This is known to be a jyotirling in Somasila. The temple is very old and said to be relocated from the bank of the river at 1960 to avoid submerging in Krishna backwaters. One can notice numbering on the stones of the temple.
But whatever be the construction history, this is one example of rich temple architecture of 1000 years old india.
There are 8 Shiva lingams inside the temple. The main one is the the straight from the entry to the entrance of the temple. The environment of the temple is heavenly.
There is ample parking space.
Very good temple with Dwadasha Jyothirlingas and mainly this temple belongs to 11th century and located at bank of river Krishna. With cool weather conditions filled with nature
Somasila is a beautiful place for a 1-day/2-day trip (For a 2-day stay, one can stay at the Somasila Harita Resort (now run by private org)
Sri Lalitha Someswara Swamy Temple is a highly revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed to have been built during the 7th century. Somasila is a well-known tourist attraction of Mahabubnagar that consists of 15 temples. These temples are dedicated to Lord Shiva and are enshrined with several Shivalingas.
The temple was shifted from old Somasila village to higher altitude to protect it from being submerged in Krishna water during the construction of Srisailam Dam. Its relocation is a marvel in itself. The surroundings are amazing with lot of views.
Far away from crowd. We visited on a Sunday and we could hardly see 2-3 familes. Food is a challenge, but if you go towards the View Point, you will find lot of local food hotels which serves good food. The road from Jadcherla is a smooth drive and we enjoyed our trip. There is boat (launch) ride available (15 mins - adult 50/- childred 30/-) You can pay double if the group agrees and stay in water for 30 mins. That is another amazing experience on Krishna Waters.
Now is the time to go before its highly promoted by tourism (krishna project) and you will see more people visiting.
Relocated in 1960s from submergence in Srisailam backwaters, which was originally built in 7th Century and known for it's amazing architecture. Location of the temple on the banks of River Krishna offers spectacular views and makes the visit memorable
The temple is fine but no maintenance due to low public but poojas are going on worth visiting once
Very nice temple with Dwadasha Jyothirlingas and mainly this temple belongs to 11th century and located at bank of river Krishna. It was completely shifted by Indian Archeological Dept from Sangameshwara Temple which will be immersed in river water to Somasila. A beautiful place and historical monuments which has to be taken carebh Government
This is a collection of relocated historic Shiva-tradition Hindu temples, one of many groups of ruins and temples that were relocated from the Krishna river valley in the 1960s. This relocation became necessary due to the anticipated rising water levels of Srisailam dam project championed by JL Nehru - the first prime minister of India.
The relocated temples retain the phamsana-style shikara, some are original, while others are restored - these can be identified by the color of the stone (original) or painted over (restored). The pillars, ceilings and artwork are original, while some of the original ruins have been reused. Two of the ceiling Dikpalas in this complex of temples are beautiful. They are from the 8th to 9th-centuries.
The temples are active, near the Somasila bathing ghats and Krishna river reservoir bank. To the immediate north of the Somesvara temple in Somasila, across the road from the compound wall, is the Somasila museum with both indoor and outdoor exhibit of some nice statues as well as many broken and mutilated artwork that was also relocated to Somasila for Srisailam dam project. Both are worth a visit.
Built in the 7th century by the Chalukya dynasty, this temple was meticulously relocated to avoid flooding by the Srisailam reservoir. One can see the marking of numbers and symbols on the slabs of the temple, with the help of which it was reconstructed, under the supervision of the state branch of the Archaeological Society of India and the Endowments Department.
Maha Shivaratri and Karthika Pournami are celebrated with much pomp and fervour here and attract a lot of pilgrims from all over the district and far off places. The Pushkaralu Snanam (holy dips/bath in the river) which takes place during the Krishna Pushkaram once in 12 years witnesses devotees thronging the area due to the belief that all sins are washed away when you take a dip during that period.
