Among the cities that draws in nature enthusiasts is Visag. All year long, a large number of tourists visit this city because of its stunning beaches and hills. However, not many people are aware of this amazing city's spiritual aspect. Numerous well-known Hindu temples with a long history and mythological significance may be found in Vizag. Pallava, Chalukya, and Vengi dynasties once controlled Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag. The first temple in the city was constructed in the eleventh century, supposedly at the behest of an Andhra monarch who was taken aback by the breathtaking majesty and beauty of the surroundings. ISKCON Temple and Simhachalam Temple are two of the most well-known religious temples in the contemporary era. Numerous historic Buddhist sites have been unearthed by recent excavations in Buddharamam, Saligudam, and Shankaram. There are numerous well-known temples in Visakhapatnam that are well-known to both tourists and devotees. We'll examine a few of these well-known Visakhapatnam temples in this post and learn some amazing trivia about them!

1. Vizag's ISKCON Temple:

ISKCON, one of the biggest planned establishments in the honorable town of Visakhapatnam, is known as a sect of devoted Krishna devotees. They are typically clad in a characteristic orange robe, coated in white, and have religious symbols inscribed on their foreheads. In addition, the temple is a magnificent white marble mansion that serves as the residence for Lord Jagannath, Balarama, and Subhadra.This temple was built in 2005 on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. A special dinner was arranged for devotees and devotees every Sunday.

Address: Beach Road, Hare Krishna Land, Sagar Nagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530045

Timings: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1-2 hours

How to reach: Located at a distance of 20 km from Vizag Airport and 15 minutes from Vizag Railway Station.

Temple Website: https://iskconvizag.org/

Best time to visit: Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Rathasaptami, ISKCON Utsav

Additional attractions: Evening lectures and bhajans. Also, there are stalls where you can buy books and other religious items.

There is a magnificent temple on the Sringamani Hill near the port area. It is one of the oldest temples in the city and is believed to have been built in the 6th century AD by a king named Sri Krishna Bhupalada. It is also mentioned in the list of 108 favorite Vaishnava Kshetras by Sri Ramanuja. Devotees from all over the world visit this temple for its impressive sculptures and stunning architectural design. It is a unique gopuram found in the port area.

Address: Beach Road, Hare Krishna Land, Sagar Nagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530045

Timings: Morning: 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Costume Code: Classic dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1-2 hours

How to reach there: 5 km from railway station.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Kalyanotsavam and Teppotsavam

Another attraction: Beautiful view from the temple

A temple dedicated to the eternally benevolent Sai Baba, the main attraction in the temple is a life-size idol of the heavenly deity, seated on a piece of dark mahogany wood, which looks alive and serene. The area covers an area of eight acres in and around the temple, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the peace among Saibaba's followers. The foundation stone of this magnificent temple was laid in 1977.

Address: Beach Road, East Point Colony, Near Wuda Park, Little Waltair

Temple Timings: 05:15 AM to 8:30 PM

  Dress Code : No

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach: 5 minutes walking distance to VUDA bus stop. VUDA Bus Station.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Guru Poornima and other major Hindu celebrations

Other attractions: Sub-shrines in the form of Lord Hanuman, Ayyappa, Goddess Parvati and Lord Shanineshwara

The temple derives its name from the abode of Goddess Sri Durgalamma, hence the Goddess herself resides in the temple. Located in Arilov district of Visakhapatnam, this temple is very small and with the recent changes we are expecting a very spacious acreage for the expansion of the temple.

Address: Chandrampalem, Beside Hanuman Temple, Madhurawada, Vizag - 48

Timings: 6:30 AM to 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Costume Code: Classic dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach there: 11.45 km from railway station, and 10 km from bus stop. Bus stop.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Navratri, Dussehra and other important Hindu celebrations

Other attractions: Several internal sub-shrines, as well as shopping outside the temple

Built by Sri Kanyaka Parameshwari, this tower is attractive and decorated in all shades. With its towering height and beautiful architecture it is one of the oldest buildings built by the gopuram and has a large lawn in front. If not for God, it would be worth a trip because of its amazingly beautiful structures.

Address: Chandrampalem, Beside Hanuman Temple, Madhurawada, Vizag - 48

Timings: 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach there: 11.45 km from railway station, and 10 km from bus stand. Bus stop.

Temple Website: http://srivasavitemplegajuwaka.com/

Best time to visit: Navratri, Dussehra

Other attractions: Goshala inside the campus

One of the must-see temples in Vizag is the Sri Jagannatha Swamy located in Steel Township, one of the oldest temples in the city and believed to have been built in the 11th century by King Ananta Varman Choda Ganga Deva. Design of deities similar to Puri Jagannadha temple with idols of Jagannath, Balarama and Subhadra. Every year, the annual Rathayatra is organized, which attracts a large number of people.

Address: VIP Road, Sector 10, Steel Plant Township, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530032

Timings: 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach the station: It takes 22 minutes to drive from the railway station

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Ratha Yatra

Other attractions: There are beautiful parks near this temple.

As a relatively new temple in this city known as Vizag, Swami Ayyappa Temple is situated in a peaceful environment with a magnificent view from a high place. It is situated on the eastern side of the Godavari River and has a main shrine dedicated to Ayyappa. There are many other shrines inside the temple. Every year, Padi Puja is celebrated grandly, Makar Sankranti is also an important festival.

Address: National Highway 5, Airport Road, Sheela Nagar, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530012

Timings: 6:15 AM to 8:15 PM

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach the temple: 5 km from the airport. You can use taxi or cab to go to the temple.

Temple Website: N/A

Best time to visit: Makar Sankranti

Other attractions: Several sub-shrines inside the temple

This hill is in Simhachalam. It is none other than the great temple that houses the two avatars or forms of Vishnu, Varaha and Narasimha. The design of the temple is a wonderful fusion of design styles inspired by the culture of Chalukya and Orissa. The main attraction of the temple is the decoration of the deities with sandalwood throughout the year apart from the festival days, which attracts many devotees and tourists. It is also one of the most important temples among those 32 Narasimha Kshetras and second largest after Tirumala in terms of revenue.

Address: Simhachalam Yard, Near, Gopalapatnam, Police Station, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530028

Timings: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Dress code: Traditional dress

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach: 32 km from Vizag Airport

Temple Website: NA

Best time to visit: Kalyanotsavam and Chandanotsavam

Other Attractions: The frog pillar in Mukhamantapam is believed to be a cure for all ailments and also helps women to attain fertility.

Sri Kanaka Mahalakshmi Temple is one of the major temples around Vizag, built during the reign of the King of Visakhapatnam. The temple is called Burujupeta as it is built near the fort. According to local legends, the temple idol was pulled out of a well in 1912 and then installed on the spot. People who believe that if they worship the Goddess, they will become Sumangalis, this temple is very popular.

Address: Town Kota Road, Burujupeta, Chengal Rao Peta, Jagadamba Junction, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530001

Timings: Open 24 hours. Closed for cleaning from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM after 6 PM

  Dress Code: No

Approximate Visit Duration: 1 hour

How to reach: 17.1 km from Vizag Airport

Temple Website: https://srikanakamahalakshmitemple.org/

Best time to visit: Navratri, Margashira mahotsavam

Other attractions: There is no priest inside the temple, and devotees are allowed to worship the Goddess.