Global InformationParnasala information
Parnasala | |
|---|---|
 Parnasala | |
  Parnasala  Parnasala | |
| Coordinates: 17°55′55″N 80°53′46″E / 17.932°N 80.896°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Telangana |
| District | Khammam |
| Elevation | 55 m (180 ft) |
| Population (2022) | |
| • Total | 656 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Telugu |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Vehicle registration | TS |
| Website | telangana |
Parnasala is a village in the Dummugudem mandal in the newly formed Bhadradri Kothagudem district (formerly in Khammam district) of Telangana, India.[1] The village is accessible by road and boats and is situated 32 km from the temple town of Bhadrachalam.
Bhadrachalam area has several Hindu deities connected with Epic book Ramayana.[2]
According to the legend, Lord Rama built a hermitage in Parnasala during his exile and lived there for some time. The hermitage was named Parnasala because it was surrounded by trees (Parna means leaves and Sala means house). It is said that Lord Rama used to offer prayers to Lord Shiva at a nearby cave temple called Shivacave.
The history of Parnasala can be traced back to the Vedic period. The Vedas mention the importance of forests and their conservation, and the forests surrounding Parnasala were considered sacred. The village is located on the banks of the river Godavari, which has been mentioned in the Vedas as one of the seven holy rivers of India.
Parnasala is also associated with the Buddhist period. The nearby town of Bhadrachalam is believed to be the birthplace of Saint Ramadasu, a devotee of Lord Rama and a renowned saint of the 17th century. The Bhadrachalam temple, which is dedicated to Lord Rama, was constructed by Saint Ramadasu.
During the British period, Parnasala was a part of the Nizam's Hyderabad State. The village was known for its agricultural produce, especially rice and sugarcane. The people of Parnasala were skilled in making handicrafts and decorative items using bamboo and other natural materials.
In recent times, Parnasala has become a popular tourist destination. The Sri Rama Temple, which is believed to be the place where Lord Rama lived during his exile, is a major attraction. The temple is located on the banks of the river Godavari and is surrounded by lush green forests. The village is also known for its natural beauty, with the Parnasala Hill and the Kothagudem Waterfalls being popular spots for trekking and nature walks.
- ^ "Village Code Directory: Andhra Pradesh" (PDF). Retrieved 20 November 2010.
- ^ "Welcome to Official Website of Telangana Tourism Corporation".