Gudimallam Lingam is an ancient phallic-shaped linga of Shiva in a temple near Tirupati, India. It is one of the earliest sculptures of Shiva and dates to the 2nd/1st century BC or later. Discover Gudimallam Temple, home to the world’s oldest Shiva Lingam dating to 3rd century BCE. Explore this architectural marvel near Tirupati with its unique trinity representation, apsidal design, and spiritual significance. Sri Parasurameswara Swamy Gudimallam Temple is a 2600-year-old world-renowned ancient temple located on the banks of River Swarnamukhi. The temple ornate the elegance in single-stone (Eka-Sila) statue which portrays “Thri-murthies” – ‘Lord Brahma’ in Yaksha Roopam, “Lord Vishnu” in Parasurama Avataram and “Lord Shiva” in Purusha Linga akaaram. The Sri Parasurameswara Swamy Temple, commonly known as Gudimallam Temple, is believed to house the world’s oldest Shiva Lingam, dating back to an astounding 3rd century BCE – making it over 2,600 years old.
