Srisailam Dasara Utsavam 2025 – Navadurga Alankaram & Vahana Sevas

September 13, 2025 , , ,

 

Srisailam, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples and a revered Astha Dasha Shakti Peetham, celebrates Dasara with grandeur and devotion. During this festival, Goddess Bhramaramba Devi is adorned in Navadurga Alankarams, and daily Vahana Sevas are performed to honor Her divine forms.

Festival Highlights

  • Begins with Ganesh Pooja and Kalasa Sthapana
  • Daily evening rituals include Kumari Pooja and Suhasini Pooja
  • Dampati Pooja is performed on the ninth day
  • Concludes with Poornahuthi

Vahana Seva Schedule – 2025

  • September 20 – Mahagowri Devi is honored with Nandi Vahana Seva
  • September 22 – Shailaputri Devi with Brungi Vahana Seva
  • September 23 – Brahmacharini Devi with Mayura Vahana Seva
  • September 24 – Chandraghanta Devi with Ravana Vahana Seva
  • September 25 – Kushmanda Devi with Kailasa Vahana Seva
  • September 26 – Skandamata Devi with Sesha Vahana Seva
  • September 27 – Katyayani Devi with Hamsa Vahana Seva
  • September 28 – Kalaratri Devi with Gaja Vahana Seva
  • September 30 – Siddhidayini Devi with Kailasa Vahana Seva
  • October 01 – Sri Rajarajeswari Devi with Aswa Vahana Seva
  • October 02 – Sri Bramarambika Devi with Nandi Vahana Seva

How to Reach Srisailam

By Air

  • Nearest Airport: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad (approx. 200–216 km)
  • From the airport, hire a taxi or take APSRTC buses to Srisailam via NH 765

By Train

  • Nearest Stations:
    • Markapur Road – 85 km
    • Cumbum – 102 km
    • Nandyal – 158 km
  • From these stations, taxis or buses are available to reach the temple

By Road

  • From Hyderabad: APSRTC runs daily buses from MGBS and other hubs. Travel time: ~5–6 hours
  • Self-Drive: Scenic route via NH 765 through Nallamala forest—ideal for nature lovers

Travel Tips 

  • Book Early: Accommodation fills up fast during Dasara. Temple Board and AP Tourism offer budget and mid-range options
  • Best Time to Arrive: Reach by early morning to witness alankaram and Vahana Seva preparations
  • Photography: Allowed in outer premises, but restricted inside sanctum
  • Local Transport: Auto-rickshaws and shared jeeps available for nearby spots like Pathala Ganga, Sakshi Ganapathi, and Akka Mahadevi Caves
  • Safety: Forest roads are safe but avoid night travel due to wildlife zones

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