Top Temples to Visit During Navratri in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

 

Navratri is a sacred time to worship Devi in her nine divine forms, and the Telugu states—Andhra Pradesh and Telangana—are home to some of the most powerful and historic temples dedicated to Durga, Mahakali, Saraswati, and Tripura Sundari. Here's a curated list of temples where Navratri Utsavams are celebrated with grandeur and spiritual fervor:

Telangana Temples

• Sri Gnana Saraswathi Devi Temple – Basara
  Famous for Aksharabhyasam and Devi worship during Navratri.
• Sri Jogulamba Devi Temple – Alampuram
  One of the Ashta Dasha Shakti Peethas, known for intense Shakti worship.
• Sri Saraswathi Devi Temple – Vargal
  A serene hilltop temple ideal for Navratri Saraswati puja.
• Sri Ujjaini Mahankali Temple – Secunderabad
  Celebrated for its vibrant Bonalu and Navratri festivities.
• Sri Vana Durga Devi Temple – Edupayalu
  Nestled in forested terrain, this temple offers a unique Vana Devi experience.
• Sri Bhadrakali Devi Temple – Warangal
  A historic temple with grand Navratri alankarams and cultural programs.

Andhra Pradesh Temples

• Sri Gnana Prasunambika Devi Temple – Sri Kalahasti
  Located beside the famous Shiva temple, known for Jnana Shakti worship.
• Sri Kamakshi Devi Temple – Jonnawada
  Revered for Kamakshi Devi’s grace and peaceful ambiance.
• Sri Valluramma Thalli Temple – Valluru
  A local favorite for Navratri homams and community celebrations.
• Sri Bala Tripura Sundari Devi Temple – Tripuranthakam
  A powerful temple where Tripura Sundari is worshipped in her youthful form.
• Sri Kolanu Bharathi Temple – Kurnool
  Known for its spiritual energy and deep-rooted traditions.
• Sri Kanaka Mahalakshmi Temple – Visakhapatnam
  A bustling temple where Mahalakshmi Devi is worshipped with grandeur.
• Sri Bhramaramba Devi Temple – Srisailam
  One of the Shakti Peethas, celebrated alongside Mallikarjuna Swamy.