Srikalahasteeswara temple

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The Srikalahasti Temple is in the town of Srikalahasti in Tirupati district in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. Shiva in his aspect as Vayu is worshipped as Kalahasteeswara. The temple is also regarded as Rahu-Ketu kshetra and Dakshina Kailasam. According to regional tradition, it is said to be the site where Kannappa was ready to offer both his eyes to cover blood flowing from the Shivalinga before Shiva stopped him and granted him moksha. Srikalahasti temple, situated 36 km away from Tirupati, is known for its Vayu Lingam (Wind Lingam), one of the Pancha Bhuta Sthalams, representing the wind. The temple is about 3Km from Sri Kalahasti(KHT) railway station.

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