The one and only ancient temple in South India that is dedicated to the goddess of learning exists in a small village called Basara, on the banks of River Godavari in the state of Telangana. According to Hindu tradition, a ceremony called Aksharaabhyaasam is performed before the official start of a child’s education. People from across the land come to this place to seek the blessings of Goddess Saraswati and perform the Aksharaabhyaasam for their child. Legend has it that after the Mahabharatha War, the seer Veda Vyasa travelled down to South India and prayed to Goddess Saraswati on the banks of River Godavari. Basara is supposed to be that very place where he prayed and where the goddess blessed him. More interesting details about this place, including how the place got its name are all included in this fascinating presentation.

Chandana Kalluri

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