Annavaram Tourism

Annavaram Tourism Located in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, Annavaram is a small hamlet on the banks of river Pampa. It is famous for its shrine of Lord Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy, a form of the Hindu deity- Lord Vishnu, and is flocked by tourists throughout the year. The land belongs to both Satyanarayana Swamy and the Goddess Ananta Lakshmi Satyavathi Devi.The devotees come here to perform the special ritual of Satyanarayana Vratam to please Lord Vishnu. The prayer is mostly performed before housewarming ceremonies and wedding functions. The temple situated on the top of the Ratnagiri hills is almost an entire kilometre away from its base. It can either be reached by the steps on the Ghat Road or trekked vis stone path. Well connected by rail and road, Annavaram is a spiritual site you should visit if you want to be at peace. This sacred pilgrim centre is thronged by lakhs of devotees every month, most of them who come to perform the special prayer (vrata), so as to please the lord they have come to worship. At a distance of 142 kilometers from the capital city of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, on the hill top of Ratnagiri is the temple village of Annavaram. The presiding deity of Annavaram is Veeravenkata Satyanarayana Swamy, a variation of the well known Hindu deity Vishnu, who, as the Puranas said, blessed the lord of the mountains, Meruvu and his consort Menaka with two sons following which the sons became sacred places for Lord Vishnu. Ratnagiri hill is the son Ratnakara while the hillBhadrachalamis the son named Bhadra. Download Annavaram PDF Guide > What's Great? A beautiful confluence of nature and spiritualism. What's not so Great? Can be crowded as it is visited by lakhs of devotees. Only vegetarian food is available and allowed. Alcohol is strictly prohibited. For Whom This place should be visited by people for the Sri Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy Temple. Also worth visiting for weekend based tourists from places like Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam etc.

Etymology Considered second to only Tirupati, the temple village of Annavaram rests on the belief that its name is derived from 'Anna', meaning whatever you desire and 'Varam', which means God sent. 'The deity will bestow you with whatever you desire' goes common tongue.

One Day Itinerary A day is more than enough for to visit the tiny town of Annavaram. You can trek to the hill-top, beginning early in the morning. You can also choose to take the steps via Ghat Road or take a cab upwards. After paying your homage in the temple, have a sumptuous lunch in the canteen facility available next to the temple complex while enjoying the panoramic scenic beauty of the surrounding green fields and villages. End your trip by taking a boat ride in the Pampa river.

Restaurants and Local Food in Annavaram Udupi restaurants are the specialty here. Mostly vegetarian food will be available here, because it is a pilgrimage spot. Even then, you can be guest to lip smackingly delicious soft and round idlis, crisp dosas and the famous Udipi sambar.Watch how much food you order for yourself because South Indians never compromise on quantity!

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Annavaram Annavaram sports a pleasant tropical climate, that makes it an attractive tourist hotspot throughout the year. The summers are the best for off budget travellers and solitude seekers, while monsoons and winters are ideal seasons for a good visit to Annavaram. Weather in Annavaram Loading... Annavaram in Summer (March - June) This is a good time for a visit to this destination, with the temperatures rarely going beyond 35 degrees Celsius. The days are hot but pleasant if you're visiting in the months of May & June. This is the best time for budget travellers, who can expect huge discounts at this time. If you wish to avoid the crowd, you are welcome in this season. Annavaram in Monsoon (July - September) Although the monsoon season receives moderate to heavy rainfall, this is a nice time to visit Annavaram, as the area turns a lively green owing to the rainfall, making it a place worth a visit. Annavaram in Winter (October - February) Beginning from October, the winter season is the most advisable time for a visit to Annavaram. The months from October - February is a nice time for a visit when the climate is pleasant and the ambience lovely. This is also the peak season for travellers.    Monthly Weather in Annavaram Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 21 30 February 22 33 March 25 36 April 27 38 May 29 40 June 27 37 July 27 33 August 27 34 September 26 32 October 25 33 November 22 32 December 21 31