India’s first Siva shrine at Gudimallam, housing 1.6-metre-tall Linga, remains a hidden gem
Located 21 kilometres southeast of Tirupati, the ancient Gudimallam Parasurameswara Swamy Temple dates back to the second century CE. Having witnessed the era of the Cholas and preserved rustic folk traditions for thousands of years, Gudimallam remains a hidden gem. Yet, despite lying so close to the world‑famous temple city of Tirupati — which draws millions of devotees — the…
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