Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy Temple
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Sometimes it is not just the architecture and sculptures but also the history that hooks you up. Vontimitta is one among them where you can enjoy the elegant architectures , sculptures and the history. History of Vontimitta: 1. The area in and around Vontimitta was famous for Rishis / Munis who used to perform great penance and yogas during Thretha Yuga, when Bhagwan Sree Ram was born. Demons used to create lot of hurdles when these Rishis used to perform Yagnas. Rama along with Sita and Lakshmana appeared with his archery (Ambulapodhi), Small sword (Pidibaku) and a long bow (Kodandam) and killed demons and saved Rishis. As Rama held Kodandam, he was called Kodandarama Swamy. It is also said that Rama, at the request of Sitha has pierced an arrow in the earth to draw water from the ground to create a pool, known as 'Ramathirtham'. Similarly, Lakshmana also created a pool known as 'Lakshmana Teertham'. After the penance, Rishis adored the murthies of ...