Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple Vizianagaram (History, Story, Timings)

Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru Temple Images

Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru (also known as Pydimamba) is a famous temple dedicated to Pydithalli Ammavaru that is located in the heart of Vizianagaram city, Andhra Pradesh (Grama Devata). The temple was built after the battle of Bobbili in the 18th century. After the battle, the Goddess’s sculpture was discovered on Vijayadasimi day in the year 1757.

History of Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru Temple

Puranas claim that the goddess Pydimamba, who belonged to the Gajapati Dynasty and was the sister of king Vijaya Rama Raju, is worshipped at the Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple in Vizianagaram, which was built in the 18th century. The Vizianagaram king was constantly at odds with the Bobbili king in 1756. On the 23rd of January 1757, De Bussy, a French army general at the time, assisted Vijaya Rama Raju in attacking Bobbili. The Bobbili fort was nearly destroyed in this battle, and many Bobbili soldiers were killed.

The king’s wife and Pydimamba (Sister), who were both sick, tried to persuade King Vijaya Rama Raju to stay away from war. When the king’s sister was performing a pooja at the time, she learned that his brother was in trouble. Patiwada Appala Naidu sends her a message (soldier). In this battle, Tandra Papa Rayudu kills King Vijaya Rama Raju. Pydimamba faints and becomes ill after hearing the news. She says she can’t live any longer and that when she dies, her soul will join Mata Durga Devi. She died on Monday, and the villagers discovered an idol of hers near Pedda Cheruvu (lake), where the temple is being built, on Tuesday.

Architecture of Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru Temple

The Vizianagaram dynasty’s temple dates from the 18th century. Hindu gods and goddesses idols are carved into the temple’s internal walls and mandapa. Hard rock stone serves as the temple’s flooring.

Timings of Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru Temple

Monday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Temple Devasthanam Provides the Following Services to Pilgrims

• In Chadurugudi and Vanamgudi, drinking water is available.
• During festival times, children were given free milk and biscuits.
• During the summer and during festivals, Shamiyanas or Pandals are available.
• During the summer, butter milk is distributed within the temple.
• At Chandurugudi and Vanamgudi, chandi homam is performed.
• Kesakhandana also provides shelter and restrooms.

Pydithalli Ammavari Temple Sevas/Poojas

• Sarva Darshan is a Hindu goddess who lives in India (Free Darshan)
• Every Friday, 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 4 Laddus are given as prasadam at Sahasra Deepalankarana Seva (at Vanamgudi) – Rs.2,500/-
• Ksheera Abhishekam (Saswata Panchamrutha Abhishekam) – Rs. 1,500
• Every day, Rs. 1,500/- Saswata Nithya pooja– Rs.500/- Chandi Homan
• 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 4 Laddus are given as prasadam at Vanamgudi every month on Moola Nakshatra and every month 3rd Tuesday at Chaduru Gudi.
• In Dasara Navaratri, Sri Chakra Kumkum Archana to Durgamma costs Rs.300. 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 2 Laddus are included in the Prasadam.
• Sri Chakra Kumkum Archana – Rs.300/- every day at 8 a.m.
• Prasadam consists of 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 2 Laddus.
• Rs.216/- Swarna Pushpa Archana Seva 108 Swarna Pushpa Archana Seva
• Prasadam consists of 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 2 Laddus.
• Vishista Kumkum Archana Rs.150/- every day at 8 a.m.
• Aside from Tuesday.
• Ksheera Abhishekam – Rs. 150/- every Tuesday at 8 a.m.
• Prasadam consists of 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 2 Laddus.
• Rs. 150 Pancha Harathulu Seva (Everyday at 6.30 pm in Vanamgudi and chaduru gudi)
• Prasadam consists of 1 Kanduva, 1 Blouse Piece, and 2 Laddus.
• Anthralaya Dharsan – 30 rupees
• Darshan Seegra – Rs.50/- (Only During Festival Seasons in chaduru gudi)
• Darshan Seegra – Rs.30/- (Only During Festival Seasons Vanamgudi)
• Rs.20/- Special Darshan (Only During Festival Seasons in chaduru gudi)
• Rs.20/- Special Darshan (Only During Festival Seasons Vanamgudi)
• Jammi Chettu Pooja – Vanamgudi – Rs.10/-
• Daily Gotra Nama Archana – Rs.5
• Daily Kesha Kandana (Head Shaving) – Rs.10
• Adala Mandapam Darshan – Vanamgudi – Rs.2/-

Nearest Temple at Sri Pydithalli AmmaVaru Temple

• Sri Ramaswamy Temple, Ramatheertham
• Sri SuryaNarayana Temple, Arasavalli
• Sri Ramanarayanam Temple, Vizianagaram
• Dwadasa Temple, Kumli
• Dara Gagamma Temple and Shiva Temple, Punyagiri

Dress Code at Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru Temple

Dress in a conservative manner. When visiting the temple, avoid shorts and skirts.

Details of the prasadam provided at Sri Pydithalli Ammavaru Temple

• On all days, free prasadam and Nitya Anna Prasadam are handed out.
• Free lodging and prasadam are also provided to devotees during the Maladharana festival days.
• Laddu of 80 gms will cost Rs 10/-
• Pulihora of 150 gms will cost Rs 5/-

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