The fertile Godavari delta in Andhra Pradesh is home to some of the region’s most revered temples. Many visitors combine several into a single trip.
Annavaram
The hilltop Sri Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy temple is among the most popular pilgrimage sites in the state, and it is well known for the Satyanarayana Vratam.
The Pancharama Kshetras
Four of the five ancient Pancharama Shiva temples are in this region:
- Draksharamam: the Bhimeswara Swamy temple.
- Samalkot: the Kumararama temple.
- Palakollu: the Ksheerarama temple, known for its tall gopuram.
- Bhimavaram: the Somarama temple.
Antarvedi
The Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple stands near where a branch of the Godavari meets the sea, in a beautiful setting.
Dwaraka Tirumala
Often called “Chinna Tirupati”, this hill temple to Lord Venkateswara draws many devotees.
Ainavilli
The Siddhi Vinayaka temple in Ainavilli, in the Konaseema region, is a well-known Ganesha temple.
Planning your visit
- Check darshan timings and festival days, which can change.
- Dress modestly, and follow each temple’s rules.
- Rajahmundry and Kakinada are convenient bases.
- The months after the monsoon, from October to February, are usually most comfortable.
