Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple is a popular temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara located in the town of Kashibugga near Palasa in Srikakulam district Andhra Pradesh. Sri Venkateswara Swamy, also known as Balaji, this temple is a major spiritual centre for devotees in northern Andhra Pradesh, known for its divine atmosphere and traditional South Indian temple architecture. It is also called Chota Tirupati.
History and Architecture of Srikakulam Venkateswara Swamy Temple
The temple is said to be based on the architecture of Tirupati. The presiding deity, Lord Venkateswara, is worshipped in a standing posture – similar to the divine form at
Tirumala Tirupati.
Standing facing east (Sthanu form), depicts Lord Vishnu as the protector of the universe – in Kaliyuga Vaikuntha. The Lord holds a conch and a chakra in his upper hands, the right lower hand is in Varada Mudra (boon posture) and the left lower hand rests on the thigh. The idol is adorned with ornaments and silk robes, much like the idol of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala. In some rituals, Sri Devi and Bhu Devi (forms of Goddess Lakshmi) are also worshipped along with the main deity.
The Venkateswara Swamy Temple is a private temple, built on 12 acres of private land. The temple was built and funded by Hari Mukunda (Harimukunda) Panda, a senior landowner/devotee in the local area. This temple opened recently – according to most sources, it was inaugurated about 4-5 months ago.
Venkateswara Swamy Temple Darshan Timings
The temple is open throughout the week and darshan timings are in the morning (6 AM to 9 AM) or evening (5 PM to 8 PM).
Major Festivals of Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Srikakulam
Regular pujas, special services and grand celebrations during Brahmotsavam, Vaikuntha Ekadasi and Kalyanotsavam attract thousands of devotees.This temple is a symbol of devotion and peace, reflecting the deep faith of the local community in Lord Srinivasa.
How to reach Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple is located in Kashibugga near Palasa in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. Kashibugga is well connected by road via National Highway No. 16 (old National Highway No. 5). The nearest railway station is Palasa, just 3 km away. The nearest airport is Visakhapatnam International Airport.
Things to remember
Safety awareness: Observe crowd sizes, entry/exit times, and follow any instructions from temple management or local authorities.
6 AM - 8 PM
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