Salihundam:

Atop a hill, on the southern bank of river Vamsadhara is situated Salihundam that fosters in its lap the rich culture of Buddhism. Salihundam is a part of Gara Mandal of Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh and is 9 miles away from it. It is a famous tourist destination for hosting a number of Buddhist stupas. Gidugu Rama Murty, a prominent figure of Telugu literature is bestowed with the credit of discovering these relics in 1919. 

Salihundam Srikakulam:

Salihundam was earlier known as Salivatika, which means rice Emporium. At present it is regarded by some as Salyapetika, meaning box of bones or relics. The stupas represent the entire evolution of Buddhism from Theravada to Mahayana and Vajrayana.

The Buddhist excavations stand testimony to the fact that Buddhism was prevalent in the locality during the 2nd and 3rd centuries. In fact it becomes evident that Buddhism spread to Sumatra and other eastern countries from Salihundam. River Vamsadhara and the Kalingapatnam port have been primary conduits for cultural transport.

Salihundam Stupa:

The state authorities had conducted digging activities and discovered four stupas, architectural shrines and relics as a result. Besides, statues of Buddhist deities like Tara and Marichee have been preserved since their discovery. The stupas are scattered all over the hill, looking like oblong erections in a sprawling green ground. Several rocks with the stories of ancient travellers inscribed on them emanate a sense of nostalgia.

The top of the hill view is a pure bliss. Amidst the green surrounding, immersed in the contagious silence with the gentle breeze brushing past your face, the Vamsadhara gracefully meandering and commingling with the Bay of Bengal with utter docility, you will feel ecstatic, absorbing the spirituality hanging low in the air and get transported to the reposeful days of the past.

How To Reach Salihundam:

Travel Guide:

Salihundam is easily accessible by all three major modes of transport, roadways, railways, and airways. Which will come as a source of relief to the many travel enthusiasts ready to visit Salihundam Srikakulam!

By Road:

Narasannapeta APSRTC Bus Station, Srikakulam APSRTC Bus Station, Tekkali APSRTC Bus Station are the nearby bus stations to Salihundam. APSRTC runs a number of busses from major cities to Salihundam.

By Rail:

Rails in India are the most affordable and most preferred modes of transportation. Naupada railway station, Kotabommali railway station are the very nearby railway stations to Salihundam.

By Flight:

The place does not have its own airport. The two nearest airports to this town are Biju Patnaik Airport in Bhubaneswar and Visakhapatnam Airport at a distance of 320 km and 130 km from the temple, respectively.