Jami Vruksham is a 500-year-old sacred tree located in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus and is said to have miraculous powers.
The tree is a banyan tree, which is considered sacred in Hinduism. It is said that the tree was planted by the Pandavas, the five heroes of the Mahabharata epic, during their exile. The tree is also said to be the site where Lord Vishnu appeared to the sage Agastya.
Jami Vruksham is a large tree with a spreading canopy. The trunk of the tree is covered in red cloth and garlands. There is a small temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located at the base of the tree.
Pilgrims come to Jami Vruksham to pray for blessings. They tie votive offerings to the branches of the tree and offer prayers at the temple. The tree is also said to be a good place to meditate.
Jami Vruksham is located about 10 kilometers from Vizianagaram. The nearest airport is Visakhapatnam, which is about 100 kilometers away. The best time to visit Jami Vruksham is during the Hindu festival of Mahashivratri, which is celebrated in February or March.
Here are some tips for visiting Jami Vruksham:
- Dress modestly.
- Remove your shoes before entering the temple.
- Be respectful of other pilgrims.
- Photography is allowed.
Here are some other things to do in Vizianagaram:
- Visit the Vizianagaram Fort Vizianagaram Fort, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Go shopping at the Vizianagaram Market Vizianagaram Market, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Visit the Vizianagaram Museum Vizianagaram Museum, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Take a boat ride on the Gosthani River Gosthani River, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Have a picnic at the Vizianagaram Zoo Vizianagaram Zoo, Andhra Pradesh, India