What are the opening and closing times for Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh?

Opens at 06:00 AM and closes at 08:30 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

What are the darshan timings at Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh?

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 06:00 AM - 01:00 PM, evening: 01:30 PM - 08:30 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple?

The first public darshan window on this page is the morning session (06:00 AM - 01:00 PM). Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple on a Sunday afternoon?

Sundays follow the same published hours as other days unless the temple posts a special notification. Afternoon often falls between morning and evening darshan; this page lists evening darshan as 01:30 PM - 08:30 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Decent and modest traditional clothing is highly requested. Women are advised to wear sarees, half-sarees, or salwar-kameez, while men are requested to wear dhotis, kurtas, or formal shirts and trousers. Overly short western pants, sleeveless tops, or casual beachwear options are not permitted inside the core viewing hall.

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

The main temple complex is structured primarily across flat urban grounds with minimal stair pathways, enabling highly manageable and straightforward movement for senior citizens and individuals traveling with wheelchairs.

Schedule reviewed: 29 July 2026 · Verify festival-day changes with the temple before you travel.

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Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple Timings Today

Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh. Opens at 06:00 AM and closes at 08:30 PM on usual days. Darshan windows: morning: 06:00 AM - 01:00 PM, evening: 01:30 PM - 08:30 PM. Schedules may change on festival days.

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⚠️Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

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Accommodation near Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Goddess Shakti / Grama Devatha

Location:

Vizianagaram

Full Address:

Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple, Three Lanterns Junction area, Vizianagaram Town, Vizianagaram District, Andhra Pradesh 535002, India

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✈️ How to reach (airport, rail, bus, travel tips) lives on the main temple page so directions are not duplicated here.

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Start time	End time	Typical status	Notes
🛕 Temple opening	06:00 AM	—	Open	General days
🙏 Morning darshan	06:00 AM	01:00 PM	Open	Often busiest before mid-morning
⏸ Midday / afternoon	—	—	Closed	Between morning & evening darshan (rituals & cleaning)
🙏 Evening darshan	01:30 PM	08:30 PM	Open
🔒 Temple closing	—	08:30 PM	Closed

ℹ️ During the annual Sirimanu festival week, the temple remains operational continuously through the night to accommodate massive public crowds.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

September / October

Sirimanu Utsavam (Srimanthotsavam)

The ultimate flagship annual state-level carnival of the Vizianagaram district, drawing upwards of 300,000 pilgrims from multiple states. The unique central ritual involves the chief temple priest sitting atop a highly elevated, massive decorated wooden crane pole (Sirimanu) that is processed through the crowded streets from the temple to the royal Vizianagaram Fort.

👥 Extreme crowd 📅 2 days 🗓️ Next: October 13, 2026

September / October

White Elephant Chariot Procession (Yenugu Vahanam)

A spectacular royal pageant where a giant, beautifully crafted structural model of a white elephant (Yenugu Vahanam) housing the processional deities is slowly moved through the central streets of Vizianagaram. This represents the goddess's ancient royal heritage and draws immense local crowds who line up on balconies and roadsides to throw flower offerings.

👥 Extreme crowd 📅 1 day 🗓️ Next: October 13, 2026

📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.

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