Struggling with marriage or childbirth? This ancient sacred well in India is believed to fulfil wishes, drawing devotees who claim their prayers were answered after visiting
The undivided East Godavari region in Andhra Pradesh has long been known for its spiritual heritage. Near Divili in Kakinada district lies Tirupati village, often referred to as a “second Tirupati” by locals. Here, Lord Narayana is worshipped as Shringara Vallabha, a revered form believed to grant devotees’ wishes. Interestingly, it is said that the deity appears at the same height from which a devotee views him.After the famous Venkateswara temple at Vadapalli, the Shringara Vallabha Swamy temple in Divili Tirupati village attracts a large number of devotees. The deity is also worshipped as the “Seven-Week Shringara Vallabha Swamy.” One of the most remarkable aspects of this sacred site is the Botani Baavi, believed to date back nearly 2,000 years.According to local belief, the Botani Baavi emerged from the navel of the deity and was constructed in ancient times with divine intervention. Even today, water is visible within the well, appearing close to the surface. Many couples and individuals visit this site, perform rituals, and take a dip in the well. Priests say that several devotees later return to share that their wishes, such as marriage or childbirth, were fulfilled within months.To visit this sacred site, travellers can take a train to Samalkot railway station near Rajahmundry, then proceed by auto or road to Peddapuram and onward to Divili Tirupati village. Those travelling by bus from Rajahmundry or Visakhapatnam can reach via the Kattipudi highway and continue for about 20 km. The temple sees the highest footfall on Saturdays, with many devotees even undertaking pilgrimages from nearby villages.
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Have you been struggling with delays in marriage or facing challenges in having children? In a small village, devotees believe that Lord Vishnu himself has created a sacred well to help resolve such problems. Known locally as the Botani Baavi, this ancient well is said, according to local legends, to have originated from the deity’s navel thousands of years ago. Many believe its waters hold divine powers.
