SANGHI TEMPLES
Presiding Deity : Lord Venkateshwara or Venkateswara
Other Deities : Lord Rama, Lord Vijayganapathi, Navagraha Deities, Kartikeya, Goddess Durga, Anjaneya, And Ashtalakshmi
Architecture : Chola-Chalukya Style
Located about 25-km from the heart of
Hyderabad city is
the picturesque Sanghi Nagar, an industrial suburb. Seen from several
kilometres away is the Sanghi Temple complex with its 15ft tall sacred
'Raja Gopuram'. Sanghi Temples are located atop the hillock Paramanand
Giri.
The
aura of divinity and the verdant slope around the temple complex is
panoramic and breathtaking. A huge 'Maha Dwaram' or gateway welcomes the
visitors. A long flight of steps leads to the entrance of the temple
complex. Stone elephant heads form the banisters of the stairway.
Standing at the foot of the hillock, one is awestruck to see the three
Gopurams towering into the blue sky. Before climbing up to the temple
complex on the top, one stops by at the shrine of Lord Anjaneya to take
his blessings. Once on top of the hillock, a heavy, beautifully carved
door forms the main entrance of the temple complex. The majestic temple
complex is built in the Chola-Chalukya style of architecture.
Lord Venkateswara is the presiding deity of the complex. The 9 1/2 feet
tall idol of the deity is a true replica of the one at Tirumala and
resides in the imposing sanctum sanctorum in the center of the complex.
'Alankaram' and 'Abhishekam' are regularly performed to the Lord at the
Balaji temple.
Other Temples
To the right of the Balaji temple, stands the abode of Goddess Padmavati,
the consort of Lord Venkateswara. The 'Vimanam' of Padmavati Temple is
32-ft. The deity here is seated on a lotus and is also holding lotuses in
her hand and is described as the epitome of love, mercy and compassion.
To the left of the Balaji temple is Lord Shiva, seated on a lotus with a
crescent moon decorating his hair and a trident in his right hand.
Standing next to the Lord is "Shakti Swaroopini" Kamalambika.
There are also temples of Lord Rama accompanied by Sita, Lakshmana and
Hanuman, Lord 'Vijayganapati', 'Navagraha' deities, Kartikeya, Goddess
Durga, and 'Ashta Lakshmi'.
Flowers For Gods
The exotic flowers for the Gods in the temple are grown in the 'Pavitra
Vanam' or "Holy Garden". Plots have been demarcated for each
deity and special leaves and flowers are grown for performing pujas.
A Venue For Celebrations
The temple complex also houses a 'Kalyan Mandapam' where marriages and
other auspicious ceremonies are performed. A well-tended lawn in front
provides plenty of open space for seating the spectators. Different pujas
are performed each day. Besides, the temple at Sanghi offers special pujas
during festivals.
TIMINGS
The
temple opens in the early morning at 5.00 am. For one hour, 'Suprabhatam'
is done followed by archana to the deities from 6.00 am to 8.00 am.
General 'darshan' for the devotees is allowed from 8.30 am to 10.30 am.
and 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm. Pujas and 'Sevas' are held between 6.00 pm and
8.00 pm. The temple remains closed between 12.00 am and 4.00 pm and after
8.00 pm.
Weekly 'Abhishekam' is performed to the deities between 8.00 am and 9.00
am - 'Sri Ramalingeswara' (Mondays), Sri Hanuman (Tuesdays), 'Sri
Venkateswara', 'Ashta Lakshmi', Parvati, Padmavati, and Rama (Fridays).
HOW TO GET THERE
Hyderabad is well connected by Air, Rail and Road with all the important places within and outside the state. For City transportation, City buses, Taxis and Autorickshaws are available.
WHERE TO STAY
Accommodation is available at the hotels in Hyderabad.
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