22 famous temples in Hyderabad you need to visit in 2022
As we all know, Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana, is an IT hub. But did you know that the temples of Hyderabad also make the city a huge tourist attraction? Yes! Home to some of the most fascinating temples, delicious food and rich history, the city attracts tourists from all over the world. In addition, you can experience the divinity, culture and rituals of the city through the temples.
Despite being ruled by the Nizams for centuries, Hyderabad still has a large Hindu population. During festivals, the city is flocked by devotees and tourists to enjoy the beauty of these temples.
In this article, we discuss the temples of Hyderabad and all the details you need to visit them.
Famous temples in Hyderabad:
Temples are the perfect place if you want to visit Hyderabad and experience its rich history and heritage. Both architecturally and culturally, the temples of Hyderabad show visitors a different face of the city. continue reading.
1. Sri Ashtalakshmi Temple:
Sri Ashtarakshmi Temple is the shrine of Goddess Ashtarakshmi in Hyderabad and is a replica of the Ashtarakshmi Temple in Chennai. The temple has a South Indian architectural style and the marble-like finish makes it one of the exciting temples built in Hyderabad in 1996. You can find the beautiful Lakshmi in her eight avatars.
- address: Plot No.52, 55, W Rd No. 4, Ramakrishnapuram, Kothapet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500102
- Opening hours: 6:00am – 12:00pm and 5:00pm – 9:00pm.
- Dress Code: Indian traditional clothing.
- how can I get there: Hyderabad is connected to all major cities in India by various modes of transport. You can further reach the temple by renting a local car from the nearby bus station.
- Other attractions: Small temple nearby.
2. Sri Peddamma Thalli Temple:
Peddamma means “Mother’s Mother” or “Supreme Mother” as it consists of two Pedda and Amma. Aboriginal villages near Hyderabad, Santhan Lakshmi (Goddess Lakshmi sitting on a lion) worship this temple. The best time to visit this temple is during Bonalu and RathaSapthami in June and July. However, there is always a large flow of devotees to this temple.
- address: Jagadish Nagar, Begumpet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500003
- Opening hours: 6am to 1pm and 3pm to 8pm
- Dress Code: Traditional clothing is preferable.
- how can I get there: You can rent a car or taxi to get to the temple. Several TSRTC buses can also take you to this temple quickly.
- Temple website: https://www.peddammagudi.org/
- Other attractions: Small temple nearby.
3. Sri Jagannath Temple:
Jagannath Temple is located on Banjara Hill and was built by the Odiya community. It is one of the famous temples in Hyderabad and is known for its modern architecture and design. The temple consists of the idols of Lord Balarama and Subadha; nonetheless, it is mainly dedicated to Lord Jagannath – the incarnation of Lord Krishna. The Rathyatra festival, which is flocked by thousands of devotees every year, is a very famous event held at this temple.
- address: Banjara Hills, Road No. 12. Hyderabad.
- Opening hours: All days of the week – 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Dress Code: Indian traditional clothing.
- how can I get there: Hyderabad is well-connected to other Indian states by rail, air and road. Locally, you can use the TSRTC bus, car or taxi to get to the temple.
- Temple website: http://shrijagannathtemplehyderabad.com/
- Other attractions: There are several restaurants nearby.
4. Birla Mandir:
Birla Mandir is one of the most famous temples in Hyderabad, located 280 feet high above NaubatPahad. This temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara of Tirumala and was built in the 19th century. It is one of the main tourist attractions in Hyderabad, attracting tourists with its beautiful Gulbani stone carvings, noble saints’ teachings, beautiful sculptures, expansive premises and white marble structures. Also, due to its location on top of the hill, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Hussain Sagar Lake.
- address: Birla Temple Rd, Hyderabad, Telangana 500063.
- Opening hours: 7 am to 12 noon, 3 pm to 9 pm.
- Dress Code: There is no dress code.
- how can I get there: You can reach Birla mandir by TSRTC bus or car or taxi. 6 km from Hyderabad Bus Terminal and 1 km from Hyderabad Railway Station.
- Other attractions: Tankbund, Birla Science Museum, Birla Planetarium.
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5. Kesari Hanuman Temple:
Kesari Hanuman Temple is located on the sacred Mus River in Giagoda and is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The shrine was built by Samartha Ramadas Swami, the master of Chhatrapati Shivaji. According to Hindu mythology, this 300-year-old temple is where Hanuman performed the Lord Rama puja in search of the goddess Sita. Therefore, every year a large number of devotees gather at this place to celebrate Sri Rama Navami and Sri Hanuman Jayanti for a large number of people.
- address: PanchbaiAlwa, KarwanSahu, Karwan East
- Opening hours: All days of the week except Sunday – 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Dress Code: Traditional Indian clothing is preferable.
- how can I get there: Kesari Hanuman Temple is easily accessible by many public and private transports in the city.
- Other attractions: Gaushala, a nearby retreat.
6. Chilkul Balaji Temple:
Located on the banks of the Osman Sagar River, Chilkur Balaji Temple is also commonly known as “Visa Balaji Temple”. This temple was built during the Akana and Madana period and is dedicated to Lord Balaji. The temple does not accept any money from devotees. Also, it doesn’t give anyone VIP privileges, making it even more special. This shows that no matter what your financial situation is, you are the same in God’s eyes.
- address: Chilkur Balaji Temple Rd, Himayat Nagar.
- Opening hours: All days of the week – 6:00am to 6:00pm.
- Dress Code: Traditional Indian clothing is mandatory.
- how can I get there: There are several TSRTC buses that go directly to Chilkur Balaji Temple from Mehdipatnam. You can also rent a private taxi to go to the temple.
- Other attractions: Saraswati Mandir, Swami Narayan Gurukkur.
7. Sri Seetha Rama Chandra Swamy Temple, Ammapally:
Sri Seetha Rama Chandra Swamy Temple at Ammapally is 30 km from Hyderabad and 5 km from Shamshabad bus station. It is one of the most popular temples in Hyderabad and many filmings took place in this temple. Every year, Sri Ramanavami holds a grand celebration at this temple.
address: Nagarguda – Shamshabad Rd, Near Rajeev Gandhi International Airport, Shamshabad, Ammapalle, Telangana 501218.
- Opening hours: 6am to 1pm and 4pm to 7pm.
- Dress Code: Indian traditional dress is preferable.
- how can I get there: You can reach this temple by taxi from Shamshabad or from Mehdipatnam.
- Other attractions: Kodandarama Temple.
8. Sitaram Bagh Temple and Dattatreya Temple:
Sitaram Bagh Temple or Seetharabagh Temple is an ancient temple located in Mangalhat on the outskirts of Hyderabad. It was built by Seth Puranmal Ganeriwala, a member of the Ganeriwala family, on 25 acres. INTACH has listed the Sitaram Bagh Temple as a heritage building. The 7th Nizam of Hyderabad (Hyderabad HEH Mir Osman Ali Khan) made a substantial donation to rebuild the temple.
- address: South Palimangarhat Road.
- Opening hours: All days of the week – 5:30am to 11:30pm, 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
- Dress Code: Indian traditional clothing is preferable.
- how can I get there: The temple is connected to the city by various means of transport.
- Other attractions: Small temple nearby.
9. Sanchi Temple:
Sanghi Temple is located 35 kilometers from Hyderabad, on the top of Hillock Paeamanand Giri in Sanghi Nagar. Since its inception in 1991, it has attracted believers across the globe. The Sanghi Group manages the temple and the Chila-Chalukya style can be seen in its architectural beauty. The deity in this temple is a replica of the deity Tirumala.
- address: omer khandera
- Opening hours: All days of the week – 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.
- Dress Code: Indian traditional dress is preferable.
- how can I get there: You can hire a private taxi to reach the temple, or there are several TSRTC buses that can take you to the temple site.
- Other attractions: Ramoji Film City.
10. Ranganathaswamy Temple, Giagoda:
The Hindu god Vishnu Sri Ranganathaswamy dedicated to the Ranganatha temple, located in Jiyaguda, Hyderabad, is 400 years old. Nanganur Prathama Peetha built the temple, which is managed by the endowment department of Telangana and is located on the banks of the Musi River. The festival that attracts hundreds of thousands of devotees every year is during Vaikuntha Ekadashi.
- address: Indira Nagar, Joshi Wadi, Tuljaram Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500006.
- Opening hours: All day – 5:30am to 8:00pm.
- Dress Code: Traditional Indian clothing is preferable.
- how can I get there: The temple is connected to different parts of the city and you can reach the temple by taking the TSRTC bus. You can also rent a private taxi or car to go to the temple.
- Other attractions: Market nearby.
11. Balkampet Yellamma Temple:
Balkampet Yellamma Temple is one of the ancient temples in Hyderabad dedicated to the Goddess Yellamma, the “Mother of the Universe”. The temple is famous for Bonalu Jathara and Yellammakalyanotsavam (celestial wedding of the temple goddess). The revered temple was packed with devotees on Tuesday and Sunday. Well theerhtam is believed to cure all diseases.
- address: Balcamper Road, Balcamper.
- Opening hours: All days of the week – 6:00am to 8:00pm.
- Dress Code: Traditional Indian clothing is mandatory.
- how can I get there: You can reach this temple by subway. The temple can also be reached by local cars and taxis.
- Other attractions: surrounding market.
12. Karmanghat Hanuman Temple:
Karmanghat Hanuman Temple is an old-fashioned temple in Hyderabad, built in the 12th century by Kakatiya King Prataparudra. The deity of this temple is revered as “Sankat Mochana”, which means one who solves challenges and troubles, and has great significance in the Hindu community. It also has small temples of different deities in this temple.
- address: 8-2-61, Padma Nagar Colony, Champapet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500079.
- Opening hours: 6 am to 12 noon and 4 pm to 8 pm. Every Tuesday, the temple is open from 5:30am to 1pm and 4pm to 9pm.
- Dress Code: Traditional Indian clothing must be worn.
- how can I get there: Rajiv International Airport is 15 km from this temple and you can reach the temple by taxi. The temple is 12 km from Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station.
- Temple website: https://www.karmanghatsrihanumantemple.org/
- Other attractions: Small temple nearby.
13. Shyam Baba Temple, Kachiguda:
Sri Shyam Baba Temple is an ancient temple in Hyderabad. It is commonly known as Shri KanchiKamakotiPeetham Shri Shyam Baba Mandir. Raas Leela, Janmashtami is a unique festival during which the number of devotees is highest. However, the temple attracts devotees with its beautiful temple architecture, stone statues, and year-round paintings. In addition, temple authorities organize long bhajans.
- address: Kachiguda Station Rd, Veeranna Gutta, Barkatpura, Kachiguda, Hyderabad, Telangana 500027.
- Opening hours: 6 am to 12 noon, 4 pm to 8:30 pm.
- Dress Code: Indian traditional clothing.
- how can I get there: The temple is located in the city center and you can rent a taxi or car to get there. There are several TSRTC buses that can take you to this temple.
- Other attractions: Coty’s shopping market.
14. ISKCON Hyderabad Temple:
The ISKCON Shrine or Sri Radha-Madana-Mohana Shrine inaugurated by Swami Prabhupada is dedicated to Krishna. Throughout the morning and evening, devotees chant bhajans dedicated to Krishna. The ambience of this temple is calm and uplifting…