Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple (Dwarapudi) — Attraction in Andhra Pradesh

One of the most beautiful temples in AP. 😍 🙏

Detailed Review:

Temple is at walking distance (less than a kilometre) from railway station. Also autos are available to and from temple.

Apart from the main Ayyappa temple, there are so many temple inside, guys. Take time to visit all of them.

List of all temples:

Ayyappa temple (main) Durga temple at the entrance Saibaba temple Givindaraja Swami vigraham Nandi sculpture Kalika Devi mandir Ankamma temple Anjaneya Swami temple Lakshmi Kubera Temple (second one in the country) Jnana Saraswati madir Venkateswara Swami temple 2 floors Addala Mandapam (so beautiful) 😍 54 feet tall Shivalingam (4 floors ) 😲 Sri Rama temple Another Shivalayam Naga Devatha mandir Shaniswara and Navagraha mandapam 27-headed form of goddess Shakti Bhoogarbha Shivalayam (underground) Athma lingam (don't miss it)

And many more!

Such a unique temple in India.

⭐ One aspect I loved very much about this temple is Archakas at every temple perform Gotra Nama Archana. And they patiently explain the speciality of each God and Goddess and the meaning behind specific practices. Price: 10/- for family.

⭐ And you can light 2 Deepams at all these temples before the Vigraham. Price: 10/- per head 👍

⭐ You can do Abhishekam for Shivalingam Price: 20/-

⭐ At the 27-headed Goddess temple, you can write your life goals, desires and the troubles your are facing in your life on a paper (they will give it) and tie it to the Trishoolam of the Goddess. Price: 20/-

I loved these concepts very much. And there are many more unique things here. I'm not mentioning all so it's a surprise to you when you visit. 🤫

Kalika Devi and Naga Devatha idols are so breathtaking! 🙏

The Bhoogarbha Shivalayam, 54 ft Shivalingam, Athma Lingam and Addala mandapam are so beautiful and my most favourite ones. You should not miss them.

🍽️ Prasadam: There are 4 Prasadams Pulihora Ayyappa Laddu 😋 Venkateswara Swami Laddu Aravana Prasadam (Sabarimala's) 😋

Tulabharam tradition is conducted here.

Ayyappa devotees who wore Mala and cannot go to Sabarimala can do Virumudi here.

⭐ The Hundi system of the temple is so unique. All Hundi's connect to one underground Khazana. The money you put in Hundis fall directly into it!

⭐ Jnana Yogi Shiva Sculpture is under construction

Dwarapudi wholesale cloth market is near the temple. Hotels are nearby. Annadanam is there. They accept donations too.

Phones are not allowed.

Lockers available for footwear and luggage. Mobile lockers are there at Addala Mandapam and mobiles not allowed inside. Tiffin hotels outside the temple are good. There are shops inside the temple who sell various Puja related items, photos, etc..

Buses stop at both the entrance and exit of the temple.

Overall experience is so so good. You'll like to visit this temple again. It's so beautiful.

Moderately crowded on usual days.

Highly crowded during Kartika Masam, and festive...

Dwarapudi Ayyappa Swamy Temple Andhrapradesh

Dwarapudi Ayyappa Swamy Temple, popularly known as Andhra Sabarimali, is a famous Lord Ayyappan Temple located in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh in India. the people of Andhra Pradesh call this temple as ‘Andhra Sabarimala’.

Temple Architecture

The Panchaloha idol of Lord Ayyappa Swami was installed in the temple in 1989 by revered Saint Jayendra Saraswathi. Devotees need to climb 18 holy steps, similar to Sabarimala, to reach the main shrine. The temple complex is built in four floors and comprises of huge attractive shrines highlighted by architectural works and divine sculptures. It is believed that the negative influence of Lord Shani (Saturn) in horoscope can be kept away by worshipping in Dwarapudi Temple.

Tourist Attractions

The major tourist attractions of Dwarapudi Ayyappa Temple are huge statues of Hindu Gods. Notable among them include Harihara statue, Lord Nataraja, Shiva Lingam, Lord Anjaneya Swamy, and Nandi.

Shivalinga at Dwarapudi Ayyappa Swamy Temple Andhrapradesh

Temple Festivals

Makara Nakshatra Darshan is an important event that takes place in this temple every year. This is on that same day when Makara Jyothi is observed in Sabarimala temple. On the day of Makara Nakshtra Darshan, an idol of Lord Ayyappa Swami is carried in a Swan like chariot from the temple complex to Medapadu Bridge. The formalities of the day are started with ‘Ganapathi Homam’ and after that ‘Irrumudi Abeshekam’ is performed for the main Ayyappa Swamy idol. Then the next ritual is to decorate the idol with divine ornaments (Divyabharanam).

For this purpose, the ornaments are to be brought to temple from the house of the Guru Swami as a holy procession. In the evening all the deities in the temple are decorated with jewels and flowers and camphor is lit to resemble Makara Jyothi. This is performed when the Makara star is seen on the sky. On this day, there will be special rituals for the18 golden steps in the temple. Numerous devotees from nearby states who cannot afford Sabarimala journey visit the temple during this time to have the appearance of the holy star.

Temple Timings

Devotees can worship here from early morning to 12 noon and in the evening from 4 pm to late night.

How to Reach

Dwarapudi Railway Station is nearest railhead to reach the temple. While, Rajamundry Railway Station is the nearest major railhead, located 7.5 km from the temple.

Dwarapudi Temple is connected by a bypass road to National Highway 5.

Rajahmundry Airport is around 21 km from...

Dwarapudi Ayyappa Temple is located at the Dwarapudi village in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. Lord Ayyappa is the presiding deity of the temple.

HOW TO REACH

Means of reaching this Temple By Road Buses are available from all places in Andhra Pradesh to Kakinada and Rajahmundry which are 44 km and 20 km away from Dwarapudi Ayyappa Temple. Buses ply frequently from here to access the temple.

By Rail The Nearest railway station is Dwarapudi Railway Station which is 600 meters away.

By Air The Nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport which is 34 km away. Bus and taxi services are available to visit the temple.

HISTORY

Brief History Of This Temple The Panchaloha Idol of Lord Ayyappa and the huge Idol of Harihara were installed in 1989 by Swami Jayendra Saraswati. The holy 18 steps lead to the Idol of Lord Ayyappa which resembles the tradition of Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple. The temple complex has four floors and comprises of huge attractive shrines highlighted by architectural works and divine sculptures. It is believed that the negative influence of Lord Shani in the horoscope can be kept away by worshipping in Dwarapudi Temple. Notable among them includes Harihara Idol, Lord Nataraja, Shiva Linga, Lord Anjaneya Swamy, and Nandi. Devotees who cannot afford to go to Sabarimala to have Makara darshan throng here to Dwarapudi.

TEMPLE EVENTS Events related to this Temple On the day of Makara Nakshtra the Idol of Lord Ayyappa would be taken in a Swan-like-chariot from the temple complex to Medapadu Bridge. The rituals of the day start with Ganapathi Homam and after that Irrumudi Abhishekam is performed for the main Ayyappa Swamy idol. Thousands of devotees turn here to witness this festival

TEMPLE TIMINGS Timings Of this Temple 6:00 am - 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Extra Information EXTRA INFORMATION More information about this Temple There are many other temples located within the temple complex. There is a shrine for Lord Siva, Venkateswara Swamy and Saibaba. Huge Statues of Anjaneya, Ganesha, Nandi, Nataraja in the premises attracts devotees.

TEMPLE TIMINGS 06:00 to 12:00 (All days of the week (Morning))

16:00 to 21:00 (All days of the...