Andhra Pradesh • East Godavari District
Andhra Sabarimala
Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple
"Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa"
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A divine replica of the celebrated Sabarimala Temple in Kerala, built to bring the blessings of Lord Ayyappa closer to the devotees of Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Sabarimala was envisioned by Sri Bhupati Kusumachi Srinivasa Rao, who visited the original Sabarimala in Kerala 18 times and witnessed the lack of facilities for pilgrims. The temple was constructed at Siddhivaripalem in Pedamallapuram Village, Sankhavaram Mandal. The foundation stone was laid with the presence of over one lakh devotees and revered religious heads, Peethadhipatis, and philanthropists.
Main shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, replicating the sacred sanctum of Sabarimala, Kerala.
Sub-temples for Kannimula Mahaganapati, Sri Subrahmanyaswamy, and Vavarswami Mosque within the premises.
A universal education and spiritual center is established within the temple campus for devotees and scholars.
Celebrate the divine with grand poojas, processions, and spiritual gatherings
The 41-day Mandala season is the most significant pilgrimage period. Thousands of devotees complete their Vratham and undertake the sacred journey to seek Lord Ayyappa's blessings.
The celestial star Makara Jyoti phenomenon, commemorated with grand celebrations, special abhishekam, and processions marking the most auspicious time for Lord Ayyappa's darshan.
Grand Vishu Kani preparations and special poojas are conducted with floral decorations, processions, and devotional music to mark the new year with the Lord's blessings.
The birth anniversary of Lord Ayyappa is celebrated with a full day of rituals, Bhajans, Deeparadhana, and mass Irumudi processions through the temple premises.
Nine nights of special Devi Poojas conducted alongside the Ayyappa shrine with music, cultural programs, and community prasadam distribution for all devotees.
Special Pournami Abhishekam and Deeparadhana is performed every full moon night. Devotees gather in large numbers for night darshan and collective prayers.
