Most Famous Hindu Temples in Telangana

Telangana is the newest state of India with a rich history of over 2000 years. The state now known as Telangana was once ruled by a variety of powerful dynasties, including the Mauryas and the Satavahanas. Chalukyas and the infamous Kakatiyas. During the period of the Kakatiyas, Telangana was a flourishing place in the development of architecture and art. Many temples were built during their reign and served as social networks for all classes of people. The thousand-pillared temple as well as the Ramappa temple are living representations of the magnificent Kakatiya architecture, with many marvels including floating stones and exquisite sculptures adorning these magnificent shrines. Apart from these temples there are many ancient temples like Shaktipeeth in Alampur in Telangana state as well as one of the Panch Narasimha Kshetras. Below article explores more about these ancient temples of Telangana and their fascinating stories.

Famous Temples in Telangana State:

Explore the following famous temples of Telangana, famous for their architectural beauty and historical information:

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Chilkur Balaji Temple.

Sanghi Temple

Birla Mandir.

Beachupally Anjaneya Swamy Temple.

Gnana Saraswati Temple.

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple.

Surendrapuri Temple.

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple.

Joginatha Temple.

Bhadrachalam temple.

Thousand pillared temple.

Ramappa Temple

1. Chilkur Balaji Temple:

This temple is located on the border of Telangana and is one of the main temples of this region. Locals believe that this temple is the focal point of sacred and spiritual energy which is not physical. According to Puranas, after 11 pradaksanas, one's wish is fulfilled if one performs pooja or darshan at the temple. Visitors come from all over the country to visit this temple. It is known as Visa Balaji and it is believed that visiting this temple can successfully get US visa.

Address: Chilkur Village, Hyderabad, Telangana-500075.

Timings: Open from 5 AM to 8 PM.

  Dress Code: Strictly traditional dress code

Approximate Visit Time: 3 hours

How to go: TSRTC special bus to Chilkur on Sunday connecting buses from Mehdipatnam and Patacheru

Temple Website: http://www.chilkurbalaji.com/

Best time to visit: Weekdays are the best time to visit this temple to avoid heavy rush.

Other attractions: Shopping can be done outside the temple with stalls selling small-sized items, toys and pooja products.

Approximate Visit Time: 3 hours

2. Sanghi Temple:

This temple is located in Sanghi Nagar area of Telangana. This place is 30 km from Hyderabad. Hundreds of devotees visit this hilltop temple every day. While visiting this magnificent temple, visitors also have the opportunity to witness the spectacular views of the hills. The magnificence of this temple attracts visitors from all over the world.

Address: Omarkhandaira, Hyderabad, Telangana 501511

Timings: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dress code: Traditional dress.

Approximate Visit Duration: 2 hours.

How to reach: It is located at Sanghi Nagar, 30 km from Hyderabad. You can take auto or taxi to reach the place.

Temple Website: http://sanghitemple.in/

Best time to visit: Best time to visit during the week. It's time to attend the temple; go before the crowd.

Additional attractions: The temple's surroundings are breathtaking. It's well-known for having a lot of stairs to ascend.

3. Birla Temple:

One of India's most gorgeous places of worship is thought to be the Birla Mandir or Temple in Telangana. The temple occupies 13 acres of space. About ten years passed before the construction was finished. The temple bears the name of Birla, who established the Birla Foundation and used about two thousand tonnes of marble in its construction. The temple is located on a hill known as Naubat Pahad and features statues of the gods Padmavati, Andal, and Venkateswara.

Address: Hyderabad, Telangana, 500004, Hill Fort Road, Ambedkar Colony, Khairatabad.

Timings: Open from 7 AM to 12 PM and 3 PM to 9 PM.

Costume Code: Classic dress

Approximate Visit Time: 2 hours

How to reach: 10 minutes from Lakdi-Ka-Pul bus stop there or take an auto or cab directly to the stop.

Temple Website : N/A

Best time to visit: Any day

Additional attractions: Birla Planetarium and Birla Science Museum

4. Beachupally Anjaneya Swamy Temple:

It is one of the most visited temples in Telangana. The shrine is located on the banks of the Krishna River and has several ghats used for Pushkara bathing. It was developed in the 1950s after the construction of a link bridge on NH 44 between Telangana and Rayalaseema. The temple is visited by many devotees every year and is considered one of the most famous temples in the country.

Address: NH 44, Beachupally, Telangana 509125

Timings: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Dress Code: No

Approximate Visit Time: 1 hour

How to go: It is just 48 km from Kurnool and 165 km from Hyderabad. Taxis can be hired and diverted via NH 44 to reach the temple premises directly.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Hanuman Jayanti and other important Hindu celebrations

Other attractions: Temples of Lord Shiva along with Lord Rama nearby.

5. Gnana Saraswati Temple:

This temple is located in Basar city of Telangana. The Saraswati Temple in Telangana displays the Holy Trinity. It consists of three powerful goddesses, Saraswati, Kali and Lakshmi. Because of this temple, Basar is considered a holy place and is thronged with devotees every day. It is also one of the two major Saraswati shrines in India, the second being in Jammu. Many youngsters are brought to this temple to participate in Akshara practice as Goddess Saraswati is learning a lot.

Address: Mudhol Mandal, Adilabad District, Basar, Telangana 504101

Timings: 4:30 AM to 12:13 PM.

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Time: 2 hours

How to reach the temple: The most efficient alternative is to opt for trains with Basar railway station just 14 km away from the temple.

Temple Website: http://www.basaratemple.org/

Best time to visit: Mahashivratri, Navratri and Vasantha Panchami

Other attractions: Mahankali statue on the first floor and a statue dedicated to Goddess Saraswati on the nearby mountain

6. Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple:

It is situated on a hill in Nalgonda district and is one of the most famous Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Kshetras in Telangana. It is the magnificent abode of Vishnu, the god of energy. It is known as Yadadri (or Yadagirigutta Temple. It is 120 kms from Suryapet. The temple is situated in a cave measuring 12 x 30 feet. During the season the temple continues to be crowded with visitors. Many of them are tourists who visit to admire the beauty of the temple architecture as well as the surroundings. .

Address: Sri Yadadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Y.Bhuvanagiri District, Telangana, India

Timings: 4:00 AM to 9:45 P.M

Dress Code : Traditional dress code

Approximate Visit Duration: 2 hours

How to reach: It is located at a distance of 62 km from Hyderabad on the Warangal Highway

Temple website: www.yadagiriguttasrilakshminarasimhaswamy.org

Best time to visit: Narasimha Jayanti and other important Hindu festival

Other attractions: Several sub-camps within the temple as well as shopping outside the campus

7. Surendrapuri Temple:

There are many temples to visit in Telangana but Surendrapuri temple is of special importance. The temple houses an imposing idol of Hanuman along with many other deities. It is essentially an art museum focusing on Hindu mythology and is named after Sri Kunda Satyanarayana. It has life-size replicas of many important Hindu temples as well as mythological scenes featuring characters. A visit to the museum gives a glimpse of what other worlds look and feel like.

Address: Surendrapuri, Yadadri Road, Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri District Yadadri, Telangana 508115

Timings: 6:45 AM to 8:15 PM

Dress Code: No

Approximate visit time: 3-4 hours and entrance fee Rs.350 for adults. 300 per child

How to reach: It is 60 km from Hyderabad on the Yadagirigutta route

Temple Website: www.surendrapuri.in/

Best time to visit: Anytime is a good time to visit. However, avoid visiting on weekdays due to heavy rush.

Additional attractions: A 60 feet double-faced panchamukha Anjaneya Swamy welcomes visitors to the museum

8. Karmanghat Hanuman Temple:

Another famous Hanuman temple, "Karmaghat Hanuman Temple is located in Telangana. It is one of the oldest temples in Telangana, built in 12th century AD. Hanuman is revered in the form of Dhyana Hanuman and peaceful. Hanuman. According to tradition, the ruler of Kakatiya is believed to have been in this area and heard a man chanting Rama's name. Saw the idol of Rama and Hanuman.God is powerful.It is very popular among people who believe in God.

Address: Karmanghat, Hyderabad, Telangana-500079.

Timings: Open from 6 AM to 12 PM to 8 PM and working hours from 4 AM to 8 PM.

Dress Code: Strictly traditional dress code

Approximate Visit Time: 1 hour

How to reach: 12 km from MGBS bus stop or direct taxis

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Sri Rama Navami, Hanuma Jayanti, Ugadi, Shivratri

Additional attractions: Dwajasthambas in the temple and lower shrines for Jagannadswami, Ganesha and Navagraha.

9. Joginatha Temple:

It is located at a distance of 38 km from Medak, this sacred place is specially dedicated to Lord Joginatha and is considered as one of the most built and beautiful Shiva Kshetras in Telangana. The peculiarity of this shrine is that the two lingas representing Shiva and Parvati are close to each other. Unlike other Shivalingas, these two have no pedestals and are placed directly on the ground.

Address: Jogipet, Medak

Timings: 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Costume Code: Classic dress

How to reach: Taxis or buses can be hired to reach the temple, which is 38 km from Medak and 68 km from Hyderabad.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Annual Joginatha festival from March to April

Other attractions: There are many temples nearby for you to visit.

10. Bhadrachalam Temple:

The temple is located on the banks of Godavari River, Bhadrachalam is one of the oldest temples in Telangana. It is a sacred place for Sri Rama Chandra Murthy or Lord Rama. It is thought that the idol was created by hand and was discovered in the wilderness by a native lady. Tehsildar Kancherla Gopanna oversaw the construction of the temple during Tanisha's reign. Also known as Dakshina Ayodhya, it is regarded as one of Godavari's sacred temples.

Address: Bhadrachalam, Telangana 507111, District Khammam

4:00 AM to 9:00 PM is the timing.

Strictly traditional attire is required.

Estimated Visit Duration: 60 minutes

Ways to get there: There is a bus stop close to Kottagudem, which is connected to Bhadrachalam by multiple busses.

http://www.bhadrachalarama.org/ is the temple's website.

Ideal time to go: Brahmotsavam on Sri Rama Navami

Additional attractions: The temple is close to a number of tourist destinations.

11. The Thousand Pillar Temple:

One of the most well-known historical sites in Telangana state is Warangal. The city is home to some famous temples that are known for their architecture and art. The thousand-pillared temple of Hanumakonda symbolizes the craftsmanship of the Kakatiyas. The 1000 pillars are exquisitely made of stone and carved with screen holes, designs and other carvings. The place is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site along with Warangal Fort and Ramappa Temple.

Address: Warangal-Hyderabad Road, Brahmanwada, Hanmakonda, Telangana 506011

Timings: 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Time: 1 hour

How to reach there: The nearest bus stand is Hanumakonda, which is just 1.5 km from the temple.

Temple Website : N/A

Best time to visit: Mahashivratri

Additional attractions: The magnificent structure is an important attraction of the temple.

12. Ramappa Temple:

Ramappa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in the village of Palampet and is often referred to as the Ramalingeswara Temple. It was built under the command of General Racherla Rudra during the reign of King Ganapatideva during the Kakatiya period. The uniqueness of the temple is that the exteriors are built of red sandstone with sculptures of mythological creatures. A distinctive feature of its design is the delicate carving of the pillars, with holes so precise that needles can pass through them without difficulty.

Address: Palampet, Telangana 506345

Timings Morning: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Dress Code: No

Approximate visit time: 1-2 hours

How to reach the temple: You can take taxis from Warangal which is 77 km from the temple.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: There are no special days for this temple

Additional attractions: You will be mesmerized by the beautiful sculptures of musicians and nymphs.