Bhairavakona Cave Temples – Legends

Bhairavakona Cave Temples – Legends

Bhairava Kona:

As per legend, once, a shepherd named Kalabhairava Kondaiah lived at this hill. Once, this place suffered shortage of water from drought, he was unable to provide enough water to his cattle. He prayed to Lord Shiva that he would offer himself to Lord Shiva if water scarcity problem is solved. Suddenly, the water started flowing high and quenched the thirst of his cattle. As promised, Kalabhairava chopped his head and offered himself to Lord Shiva. The body of Kalabhairava was buried at this place. Thus, the place came to be called as Bhairava Kona.

Lord Shiva & Parvati installed Shiva Linga here:

As per legend, Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati descended from their mount Kailash and were attracted towards lush green vegetation, the cascading waterfall and the cave temples. They installed a Shiva Lingam resembling the one at Amarnath.

Kalabhairava Kona:

As per legend, Kalabhairava Kona is named after King Kala Bhairava who ruled over this region in the past.

Bhrugeswara Swamy:

As per legend, it is believed that Sage Bhrigu performed penance on Lord Shiva here. Hence, Lord Shiva came to be called as Bhrugeswara Swamy.