Sri Edupayala Vana Durga Bhavani Devalayam — Attraction in Telangana

Edupayala Durgamma Devasthanam is the place where seven rivulets meet at a point. Here the temple of durga maatha is of one of the most famous and powerful temple in telangana. The temple of Sri Edupayala Vana Durga Bhavani is located in Nagasanpalli, Papannapet Mandal, Medak District about 112km from Hyderabad and just 18km from Medak. By vehicle it takes less than 2 hours from Hyderabad to reach this place. Route Map from Hyderabad is take left from Gandi Misamma Circle towards Dindigul. The way is full of forest & beautiful green fields. The temple is located in the Pedda Gutta Soramgam which is also called as Garuda Ganga and the temple is situated where the Manjeera river flows in a small distance. One must visit this place in rainy season where the nature of forest and green fields makes this place more beautiful.

Significance: This is the place where seven rivulets meet at a point. Here the temple of durga maatha is of one of the most famous and powerful temple in Telangana.

The temple of Sri Edupayala Vana Durga Bhavani is located in Nagasanpalli, Papannapet Mandal, Medak District, and 112km from Hyderabad and just 18km from Medak. By vehicle it takes less than 2hours from Hyderabad to reach this place. Route Map from Hyderabad is take left from Gandi Misamma Circle towards Dindigul. The way is full of forest & beautiful green fields one can go to this place by a own vehicle or by bus from Hyderabad, Medak. The temple is located in the Pedda Gutta Soramgam which is also called as Garuda Ganga and the temple is situated where the Manjeera river flows in a small distance.

One must go to this place in rainy season where the nature of forest and green fields makes this place more beautiful.

History Of Temple Place: The specialty of this temple is it is formed with the names of seven sages who are famous in the Indian mythology and the names are Jamadagni, Atri, Kasyapa, Viswamitra, Vasistha, Bharadwaja and Gowtama and a feast is celebrated every year during the time of Shiva Ratri and the name of that feast is Seven Payala jaatara.

This temple is formed in the 12th century. The goddess Durga (Vanadurga) is originated first in the Paapanna Pet Mandalam at Nagsanpalli region out skirts. The feast is celebrated for one week every year starting from the Shiva Ratri season. Once upon a time this area is very silent with no population and human being wandering there but after the origin of this Durga temple, the Seven branches of river Manjeera became very famous with a number of devotees. The idol of the goddess is situated in the middle of these 7 rivulets 3 front and four back.

Every year more than 20 lakh people worship goddess vanadurga and do customary bath in the 7 rivers and pray the goddess vanadurga for the good cultivation and better living in the time of shivaratri and durgashtami. Here thousands of devotees pitch up their makeshift tents around the temple for three days jaatara of goddess vanadurga devi. Here thousands of devotee give cut (Bali) of sheep and hen as a nivedana to the goddess to fulfil their wishes.

The festival begins on the day of Sivaratri and is followed by Bandi Utsavam where hundreds of decorated bullock carts from 32 villages go around the temple and concludes with the rathothsavam. Every year, around thirty lakhs of devotees worship the Goddess Durga. To watch this occasion the devotees not only from our country come here but from various parts of the country come to worship goddess Durga. The Manjeera River which had its origin at Beedar and flowing at Medak and Nizamabad districts is acting as the sub division of the river.

Speciality Of Edupayala: The manjeera river (a tributary to Godavari river) is divided into 7 rivulets (or streams in telugu) in which the first rivulet is divided into two i.e., vashishta and jamadaagni. then from vashishta the vishwamitra will start flowing from the back of the temple and combine with the vaashishta which flows front to temple.the two rivulets gowthama and bharadwaja bore from the jamadaagni and flow in the back...

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Distance (From Medak Bus Station): 19 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 2 Hours

Transportation Options: Bus / Cab

At a distance of 3.5 km from Nagasanpally, 19 km from Medak Bus Station and 110 km from Hyderabad, The Temple of Sri Edupayala Vana Durga Bhavani is located near Nagasanpally in Medak district of Telangana. This is one of the popular pilgrimage sites to visit around Medak & Hyderabad and also one of the famous one day trip near Hyderabad.

Built in 12th century, Edupayalu temple is one of the most famous and powerful temple in Telangana. River Manjeera flows as seven streams and they confluence at this place. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, the seven streams of Manjeera river were formed with the names of seven ancient sages called Jamadagni, Atri, Kasyapa, Viswamitra, Vasistha, Bharadwaja and Gowtama. The idol of the goddess is situated in the middle of these 7 streams. In rainy season the river water flow in heights and reach the legs of goddess and thousands of devotees come to Edupayala to watch this amazing scene.

According to the legend, Maharaja Parikshit (the grandson of Arjun) performed Sarpa Yagya to get rid of a curse. And when Garuda was transporting the snakes used in the Yagna, their blood is said to have fallen in seven different places. And the place where blood spilled became streams. All the seven streams meet here at Edupayala to form river Manjeera, hence the name Edupayala (Seven streams in Telugu).

The temple is also famous for Jatara, a three-day festival celebrated during Shivaratri in the month of February. The festival begins on the day of Sivaratri and is followed by Bandi Utsavam where hundreds of decorated bullock carts from 32 villages go around the temple. The festival concludes with Rathothsavam, a grand ceremony. The jatara attracts large number of devotees.

The temple becomes inaccessible during peak monsoon season as the approach submerges under water.

Timings: 5:30 am - 6:30 pm on Week days 5 am - 7 pm on Sunday. :- chetan...

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Edupayala Vana Durga Bhavani Temple, located in the serene surroundings of Medak district, is a well-known and spiritually significant shrine dedicated to Goddess Durga. The temple is especially beautiful during the rainy season, when the Manjeera River flows near the temple, creating a scenic and divine atmosphere as the water touches the foot of the shrine. On the way to the temple, especially while passing through the Narsapur forest, you’ll come across many monkeys, which is quite exciting for kids. Drive slowly and enjoy the natural beauty along the route.

A ₹80 special darshan ticket provides access to the inner sanctum, giving you a closer and peaceful view of Durga Maa. After the darshan, you can take a short walk up the hills to visit small shrines of Yellamma and Muniraju, where you can seek additional blessings. The temple is surrounded by greenery, small streams, and scenic hills, making it a must-visit spiritual and nature spot. There are no parking issues, and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food options are available nearby.

Highly recommended for both spiritual seekers and nature lovers!

📍Nearby Sightseeing (15–30 mins away):

•Medak Church – One of the largest churches in Asia with stunning architecture

•Pocharam Dam & Wildlife Sanctuary – Ideal for nature lovers and bird watchers

•Medak Fort – A historical site with panoramic views and ancient architecture

A must-visit spiritual and nature destination—perfect...