Mogalrajpuram Cave

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The Mogalrajpuram caves are located in the heart of the Vijayawada city at Kasturibaipet and Mogalrajpuram. These caves are said to be excavated in 5th century A.D. the idols of Lord Nataraja, Vinayaka and Ardhanareeswara exist within.

The Mogalrajpuram caves of the three cave temples dating back to the fifth century only one is still in good shape. it contains the idols of Lord Nataraja and Vinayaka among others. The Arthanareeswara Murthy found here is thought to be the only one in the entire South India.The other famous caves are the Undavalli caves. situated about 8 Kms. from Vijayawada. These caves were built in 7th century AD. A huge monolithic Vishnu. in lying position is a magnificient sight at these caves. An interesting site worth a visit,the well preserved Mogalarajapura caves have three cave temples, dating back to the 5th century AD. The Ardhanareeshwara Murthy found here is considered the only one of its kind in south India. The other famous caves are the Undavalli caves situated about 8 km. from Vijayawada which were carved in the 7th Century A.D. A huge monolithic Vishnu, is a magnificent sight at these caves.