The only temple of Goddess Saraswati in the entire Peninsula is located here, on the banks of the River Godavari, 120 kms from Hyderabad. Many people take their kids to Basara for “Akshara Abhyasam” before commencing formal school education.According to the legend Maharishi vyasa and his disciples and sage Suka decided to settle down in a cool and serene atmosphere after the kurukshetra war. In the quest for the peaceful abode, he came to Dandaka forest and pleased with serenity of the region selected this place.

       After his ablutions in the river Godavari Maharishi Vyasa used to bring three fistful of sand and place it in three small heaps and made images Sarada, Laxmi, Gowri with his mystic power and later conducted prayers. This idol made of sand has its face smeared with turmeric. Eating a little bit of this turmeric paste, it is believed, will enhance one’s wisdom and knowledge. Thousands of devotees bath in the river & seek the blessings of the Goddess during the Mahasivarathri and Vasantha panchami. Haritha Hotel Tel.0875-2243691

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