What is sripada srivallabha?

Sripada Srivallabha, also known as Sripada Srivallabha Mahasamsthanam, is a Hindu pilgrimage center located in Pithapuram, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is dedicated to the sage Sripada Srivallabha, who is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Dattatreya, a Hindu deity considered to be a combination of the Trimurti: Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

The temple complex of Sripada Srivallabha includes various structures like the main temple, a meditation center, a dharmashala, a yagna kund, a goshala and a museum. The main temple houses the sanctum sanctorum of Sripada Srivallabha and is adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures. The meditation center is a peaceful place meant for spiritual practices and quiet contemplation.

The temple complex also has a strong social welfare component. The dharmashala provides free accommodation to devotees, the goshala serves as a shelter for cows, and the yagna kund is used for conducting yagnas and other religious ceremonies.

Sripada Srivallabha is considered to be a highly revered saint and his teachings have strongly influenced the Bhakti movement in South India. Many devotees visit the pilgrimage center to seek his blessings and to pay homage to his teachings.