🕐 Darshan Timings
Morning Darshan
Main darshan hours. Early morning is least crowded.
Afternoon Break
Temple closed for afternoon rest.
Evening Darshan
Evening darshan with aarti around 7:30 PM.
Special Darshan
Extended hours during festivals. Temple may open from 4:00 AM.
* Timings may vary during festivals. Please confirm with temple authorities.
🙏 Sevas & Poojas
Abhishekam
Sacred bathing ceremony
Archana
Flower offering pooja
Anna Daanam
Food offering to devotees
Deepa Seva
Lamp lighting ceremony
Mantralaya Seva
Special prayer service
Bhajan Seva
Devotional singing
📅 Festival Calendar 2026
| Festival | Month | Duration | Crowd Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🛕 Sri Raghavendra Aradhana | August | 3-5 days | 🔥 Extremely High |
| 🛕 Chaturmasya Begins | July | 1 day | High |
| 🎆 Dussehra / Navaratri | October | 10 days | High |
| 🎆 Diwali | Oct/Nov | 3 days | Medium-High |
| 🌾 Sankranti / Pongal | January 14-16 | 3 days | Medium-High |
| 🛕 Ugadi | March/April | 1 day | Medium |
| 🌙 Ekadashi | Every month (2x) | 1 day each | Medium |
| 🛕 Ram Navami | April | 1 day | Medium |
| ☀️ Summer Holidays | April - June | Ongoing | Medium |
| 🎄 Christmas/New Year | Dec-Jan | 1 week | Low-Medium |
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Sri Raghavendra Swamy Temple in Mantralayam is one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations in South India. It houses the Brindavana (Samadhi) of Sri Raghavendra Swamy, a 17th-century saint known for his miracles and devotion to Lord Vishnu.
Located on the banks of the River Tungabhadra in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, the temple attracts millions of devotees annually. The saint is believed to have entered his Brindavana alive in 1671 CE and is said to still bless his devotees.
📝 Temple Rules & Guidelines
- 👕 Dress modestly — traditional attire preferred (no shorts, sleeveless)
- 📱 Mobile phones must be kept on silent inside the temple
- 📸 Photography is NOT allowed inside the main sanctum
- 🥿 Remove footwear before entering the temple premises
- 🍽️ Free meals (Anna Prasadam) available for all devotees
- 🚿 Take a bath in River Tungabhadra before darshan (considered auspicious)
- 🪔 Carry agarbatti/flowers for offering (available at shops outside)
- ⏰ Arrive early morning (5-6 AM) for less crowded darshan
📍 Nearby Attractions
🌊 River Tungabhadra
Sacred river alongside the temple. Devotees take holy dip before darshan. Pushkarini ghat is nearby.
🛕 Manchale Temple
Ancient Raghavendra Swamy temple about 3km from Mantralayam. Worth a visit.
🛕 Panchamukhi
Sacred spot where Raghavendra Swamy meditated. Located across the river.
🏛️ Kurnool
District headquarters, 74km away. Has railway station, hospitals, and shopping.
🚗 How to Reach Mantralayam
✈️ By Air
Nearest Airport: Kurnool (74km) or Hyderabad (310km). Taxis available from both.
🚂 By Train
Station: Mantralayam Road (MNM). Direct trains from Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai. Auto to temple: ₹100-150.
🚌 By Bus
APSRTC & KSRTC buses from Bangalore (6-7hrs), Hyderabad (5-6hrs), Kurnool (2hrs).
🚗 By Car
Bangalore: 380km (6hrs via NH44). Hyderabad: 310km (5hrs). Kurnool: 74km (1.5hrs).
📞 Useful Contacts
🛕 Temple Office
+91-9490575111 (Temple enquiry)
🏨 Hotel Booking
+91-9591221733 (Hotels In Mantralayam)
🚕 Auto/Taxi Stand
Available at Mantralayam Road station and bus stand
🏥 Hospital
Kurnool Government Hospital (74km). Local clinics available in town.
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