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Hyderabad isn’t just about biryanis or Charminar’s streets that test your driving skills. This city is also home to temples that will make you go “Wah!”. Whether they’re perched on hills or nestled in busy lanes, each one is worth a visit. Temple bells here don’t just ring for the gods; they’re like your morning alarm—except you can’t hit snooze. So, why not wake up and explore? If you’re on the same page as us, tension nakko! GRT Hotels has your temple itinerary covered. So, come along, take it hallu hallu (slow and steady), and let’s turn this temple visit into a divine experience—with fewer navigation struggles and more prasadam breaks!
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IN THE CITY, BY THE SACRED SITES 🏙
Zibe Luxe Hyderabad by GRT Hotels
Located in the heart of Kukatpally, we’re your cosy, stylish escape with 33 rooms ready to welcome you—along with a staff whose smiles shine brighter than your phone screen at midnight. For feet exhausted from endless traffic jams or jet-lagged legs that forgot what sleep feels like, we’re not just a stay—we’re your comfort zone. At Shalimar (our outlet for foodies), dining isn’t just about filling your stomach; it’s a royal tribute to the Nizams, where tradition and innovation high-five on your plate. And if you’re here for a Hyderabad temple tour, you’re in luck! With temples just around the corner, your spiritual journey will be smooth—no wrong turns, no GPS meltdowns, just divine vibes and plenty of blessings to take home.
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TRAVEL THROUGH THE MUSEUMS OF FAITH 🛕
PEDDAMMA THALLI
TEMPLE ✨
Honouring Goddess Durga, lovingly known as Peddamma, this temple stands as a beacon of devotion in the city. People from all walks of life, rich or poor, gather at its sacred steps, seeking the blessings of Peddamma, the divine mother.
Distance from Our Hotel15 km
Timing7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.FestivalVaikunta Ekadashi: (Dec-Jan)
Sri Rama Navami: (Mar-Apr)
Janmashtami: (Aug)
Navaratri: (Oct-Nov)
Diwali: (Oct-Nov)
Kartik Purnima: (Oct)
Hanuman Jayanti: (Apr)Transportation CostFor assistance, please contact the front desk.
Disclaimer: The temple's timings are subject to change as per the operating committee's decisions.
About Peddamma Thalli Temple:
- The Peddamma Thalli Temple is devoted to Amman (Goddess Durga), with the name ‘Amman’ signifying Mother, and ‘Peddamma’ meaning ‘Mother of Mothers’ or ‘The Supreme Mother’.
- Peddamma is regarded as the highest of the 11 forms of Village Deities.
- The temple has stood for over 150 years, but it wasn’t until 1993 that significant developments were made, including the construction of the Rajagopuram.
- The temple hosts the Bonalu every Sunday, unlike other temples where Bonalu are celebrated annually.
About Goddess Durga:
Long ago, in the vast expanse of the cosmos, there lived a mighty demon named Mahisasura, who had earned a blessing from Lord Brahma after years of intense devotion. With this blessing came an invincible power, making him unbeatable in battle. Filled with arrogance, Mahisasura unleashed havoc upon the universe, destroying everything in his path.Unable to withstand his onslaught, the gods turned to the supreme trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva for help. But even the trinity, with all their divine might, could not overpower the demon. In desperation, they realized that only a woman could defeat Mahisasura.
Summoning the power of all their divine attributes, the trinity transformed Uma, the consort of Lord Shiva, into a fierce warrior goddess—Durga. With her new form and immeasurable strength, Durga set out to face the terrifying demon.
A fierce battle erupted between Durga and Mahisasura. The demon, with his shape-shifting powers, tried to evade her every attack, transforming into various forms to escape death each time. But Durga, relentless and focused, pursued him with unwavering determination.
Finally, after a long and arduous battle, Durga drank the divine nectar bestowed upon her by the gods. With a surge of divine energy, she leaped onto Mahisasura, throwing him to the ground with the power of her left leg. In a single, swift movement, she seized his head with one hand, plunged her sharp spear into his chest with another, and with another of her ten hands, she decapitated him.
The demon's reign of terror came to a brutal end, and the universe was freed from his destruction.
BIRLA MANDIR ✨
Perched high on Naubath Pahad (hillock), this 13-acre temple stands like a celestial throne, watching over the world below. Here, Lord Venkateswara dwells, wrapped in devotion, embraced by the heavens. As the sun sinks and the first stars awaken, the temple glows in golden light, a sight so divine, even the night pauses to admire it.
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Rathotsavam: (Feb)Sacred Food OfferedPuliyodarai
Disclaimer: The temple's timings are subject to change as per the operating committee's decisions.
About Birla Mandir:
- The temple stands atop Naubath Pahad, a 280-foot-high hillock, offering a breathtaking view of the city.
- Constructed using 2,000 tons of pure white marble, the temple was meticulously built over several years and was completed in 1976.
- The 11-foot-tall granite idol of Lord Venkateswara is enshrined within, with a lotus carving forming an umbrella over him.
- The temple has no bells, as it was intentionally designed to create a peaceful atmosphere for meditation and spiritual reflection.
- The temple complex also houses separate shrines for Goddess Padmavati and Goddess Andal, the divine consorts of Lord Venkateswara.
- A Buddha temple within the complex features fresco paintings that depict significant moments from his life and teachings.
SHRI JAGANNATHA SWAMI
TEMPLE ✨
A temple dedicated to Jagannath, the Lord of the Universe and a form of Lord Vishnu, stands in the heart of the city, waiting for your footsteps to arrive.
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sri Rama Navami: (Mar-Apr)
Janmashtami: (Aug)
Navaratri: (Oct-Nov)
Diwali: (Oct-Nov)
Kartik Purnima: (Oct)
Hanuman Jayanti: (Apr)
Disclaimer: The temple's timings are subject to change as per the operating committee's decisions.
About Jagannatha Swami Temple:
- This temple stands as a stunning replica of the famed Puri Jagannath Temple, bringing its divine essence to the heart of the city.
- Carved from 600 tonnes of red sandstone from Odisha, its architecture is a sight to behold—a masterpiece where devotion meets artistry.
- Within its sacred walls, shrines honour Lakshmi, Shiva, Ganesh, Hanuman, and the Navagrahas, each deity adding to the temple’s spiritual embrace.
- Amorous sculptures adorn the outer walls, standing as ancient sentinels, believed to ward off evil spirits and protect the temple’s sanctity.
- At its core, the sanctum sanctorum enshrines Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra, their presence radiating devotion and grace.
- The temple’s most striking feature, its Shikhara (tower), soars 70 ft. high, standing tall as a beacon of faith and reverence.
SRI LAKSHMI NARASIMHA
SWAMY TEMPLE ✨
The grounds of this sacred temple are where the divine Lord Vishnu appeared to his devoted follower in the form of Narasimha, showing his grace and acknowledging the sage’s deep faith and unwavering devotion.
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Disclaimer: The temple's timings are subject to change as per the operating committee's decisions.
About Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple:
- The temple is built in the iconic South Indian Dravidian style of architecture, showcasing the grandeur of this ancient tradition.
- Located on a peaceful hillock in the town of Yadagirigutta, the temple is surrounded by lush greenery, offering a serene and tranquil setting.
- The temple is housed in a cave that measures 12 ft. high by 30 ft. long, where Sage Yadava once meditated, seeking the divine presence of Lord Vishnu.
- The temple architecture follows the principles of Agama Shastra, an ancient South Indian tradition.
- Along with the five shrines dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the temple also features a Hanuman temple.
- The temple houses statues of the 12 Alvars, the revered poet-saints of Sri Vaishnavism, who have greatly contributed to the devotion of the Lord.
- The temple underwent significant renovation and expansion, built with Krishna Sila (Krishna Stone) and was inaugurated in 2022.
About Yadagirigutta Temple:
Long ago, in a sacred land, a powerful site emerged—a place where Lord Vishnu manifested in his mighty Narasimha form, half-man and half-lion. The site was the sacred meditation ground of Sage Yadava, whose unwavering devotion to the divine opened the gateway for the gods to manifest. As the sage meditated with deep focus, his prayers called forth the mighty Narasimha in five powerful forms: Jwala Narasimha, Gandabherunda Narasimha, Yogananda Narasimha, Ugra Narasimha, and Lakshmi Narasimha.Each form of Lord Narasimha appeared to bless the sage in his own unique way, weaving a divine connection between the sage and the Lord. Thus, this hallowed place came to be known as Pancha Narasimha Kshetram, a temple that continues to carry the legacy of that ancient blessing.
