India /Telangana /Hyderabad /Hyderabad

Kachiguda Mahankali Temple is situated in Lal Darwaza in Kachiguda, Hyderabad. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kachiguda Mahankali Temple is devoted to principle deity Goddess Kali. Special offerings can be done at the temple by devotees during the nine-day Navarathri Utsavam. During these occasions Goddess Kali is decorated with silk, a variety of jewelry and flowers. The temple is illuminated with earthen lamps and the nearby lanes are strewn with vendors selling flowers and other material required for the offerings. During the procession, families decked out in colorful traditional attire and women carrying decorated pots filled with Bonam (cooked rice, milk and sugar) on their heads take out to the street and march to the temple to the beats of the trademark drums with revelers breaking into impromptu dances. The best time to visit the temple is during the Bonalu festival, famous for the Bonalu procession.

HistoryEdit

Kachiguda Mahankali Temple is situated in Lal Darwaza and is one of the well-known pilgrimage destinations in Hyderabad. The principle deity at Kachiguda Mahankali Temple is Goddess Kali. Special offerings can be done at the temple by devotees during the nine-day Navarathri Utsavam. During these occasions Goddess Kali is decorated with silk, a variety of jewelry and flowers. Good place to visit.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A

Closed OnEdit

(6:00 AM – 11:00 AM , 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM)

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

30 Minutes to 45 Minutes

Ticket Required : N.A Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : N.A Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Gokul Family Restaurant ;  Kachiguda Station Road, Kutbi Guda, Kachiguda, Beside Venkat Ramana Theatre, Hyderabad. ; Ph/M –  040 4011 0029 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Typically they charge @ Rs.15/- per kilometer with a min. of Rs.60/4kms. Dott Cabs: 91-40-2424 2424 Easy Cabs: 91-40-4343 4343 Cell Cabs: 91-40-2324 2526 Meru : 91-40-4422 4428

Bus : Telangana state owned buses connect Hyderabad city with all cities in the state and the neighboring states. Hyderabad is a hub of deluxe, super deluxe, A/C and Volvo tourist buses. Hyderabad is connected by these superb buses to many cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Vishakapatnam and Vijayawada.

Train : Secunderabad, one of the twin cities with Hyderabad, is a major station with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station is well connected to all major railway stations in India. Railway Enquiry : 139, 196

Air : Hyderabad International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, is well connected to many important cities abroad. Domestic terminal, N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connects to all major cities in India. All private air travel providers operate services from Hyderabad. The both airport are located side by side and are located at Begumpet, about 20 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi services cost about Rs 350 from Airport to Hyderabad city.

Others : Auto rickshaws and air-conditioned cabs are available on hire.3 wheelers or .Autos. are fairly popular in Hyderabad. Slightly larger shared-ride 7-seaters will charge by distances, usually Rs.3/- per km. They travel on fixed routes. The smaller .3-seaters. are metered and charge Rs.8/- per km (min. Rs.10/-)

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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India /Telangana /Hyderabad /Hyderabad

Osman Sagar Lake is situated 20 kms west of the city, Gandipet, Hyderabad Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Osman Sagar Lake is a popular tourist destination, especially after the rainy season when the reservoir is full. Its parks, resorts, amusement park are a major attraction. This lake had served drinking water for Hyderabad city, but, due to increase in population, it is not sufficient for water supply to Hyderabad city. Now it is used for public recreation.

HistoryEdit

Osman Sagar Lake is a man-made lake was ordered to be made by, Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad and was named after him. It was created by damming the Musi River in 1920, to provide an additional source of drinking water for Hyderabad and to protect the city after the Great Musi Flood of 1908. A princely guest house called Sagar Mahal, overlooking the lake and now a heritage building, was built as a summer resort of the last Nizam. Its location on the banks of the lake offers wonderful views. The lake is spread over an area of 46 square kilometers and the reservoir covers an area of 29 square kilometers. The most recent measurement recorded to be 1769.8 feet deep.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 hours

Ticket Required : N.A Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : N.A Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Typically they charge @ Rs.15/- per kilometer with a min. of Rs.60/4kms. Dott Cabs: 91-40-2424 2424 Easy Cabs: 91-40-4343 4343 Cell Cabs: 91-40-2324 2526 Meru : 91-40-4422 4432

Bus : Telangana state owned buses connect Hyderabad city with all cities in the state and the neighboring states. Hyderabad is a hub of deluxe, super deluxe, A/C and Volvo tourist buses. Hyderabad is connected by these superb buses to many cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Vishakapatnam and Vijayawada.

Train : Secunderabad, one of the twin cities with Hyderabad, is a major station with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station is well connected to all major railway stations in India. Railway Enquiry : 139, 200

Air : Hyderabad International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, is well connected to many important cities abroad. Domestic terminal, N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connects to all major cities in India. All private air travel providers operate services from Hyderabad. The both airport are located side by side and are located at Begumpet, about 20 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi services cost about Rs 350 from Airport to Hyderabad city.

Others : Auto rickshaws and air-conditioned cabs are available on hire.3 wheelers or .Autos. are fairly popular in Hyderabad. Slightly larger shared-ride 7-seaters will charge by distances, usually Rs.3/- per km. They travel on fixed routes. The smaller .3-seaters. are metered and charge Rs.8/- per km (min. Rs.10/-)

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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India/Tamil Nadu /Nilgiris /Ooty

6th Mile is located 6 miles from the Ooty city centre. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

6th Mile, also known as the Shooting Spot. This tourist spot is green, extensive and replete with dense forest. Most of the Indian movies feature this shooting spot owing to its natural beauty

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

30 Minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Ooty is well connected by a road network and national highways 67. The tourist can reach to Ooty by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : Ooty is well connected with all most all south Indian cities by bus. There are regular bus services from Mysore (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 600), Chennai (Rs 650) and also from many cities in Kerala. State owned and private vehicles ply on this route. Many tourist services providers offer package trips to Ooty from many south Indian cities. These will charge about Rs 4 per km.

Train : The hill station of Ooty has a railway station of its own. It is called the Udhagamandalam railway station and can be reached by The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (a.k.a. Toy Train) from Mettupalayam which is 47 km away from Ooty, is the nearest major railway station. There are regular train services from Coimbatore and Chennai to Mettupalayam. Mettupalayam and Conoor are connected to Ooty with toy trains. Taxis are available from Mettupalayam to Ooty and fare is about Rs 1,000. Udhagamandalam railway station: 0423-2442246.

Air : There is no airport in ooty. Coimbatore airport is the nearest airport and is around 105 km from Ooty. A number of private airlines give provide services to Coimbatore. Coimbatore is well connected with many south Indian cities by air including Chennai, Bangalore, Madurai and Hyderabad. Pre-paid Taxi fare from Coimbatore to Ooty is about Rs 2,500. Coimbatore International Airport: 0422 259 2155.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100.
• Fire Brigade : 101.
• Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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India/Tamil Nadu /Nilgiris /Ooty

Kamraj Sagar Dam is situated at 10 km from Ooty bus stand, Nilgiri, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

A popular picnic spot, Kamraj Sagar Lake is an artificial reservoir formed close to the dam. The scenic beauty has been captured in many movies and as it is enclosed with rolling green hills and unspoiled nature, it is a peaceful. It is a well known fishing spot and you can savor a variety of fish delights here.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 Hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Earl’s Secret ;  Havelock Road, Kings Cliff Hotel, Ooty, The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, 643001, India. ; Ph/M –  91-423-2452888 ; Food Serve –  chinese continental

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Ooty is well connected by a road network and national highways 67. The tourist can reach to Ooty by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : Ooty is well connected with all most all south Indian cities by bus. There are regular bus services from Mysore (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 600), Chennai (Rs 650) and also from many cities in Kerala. State owned and private vehicles ply on this route. Many tourist services providers offer package trips to Ooty from many south Indian cities. These will charge about Rs 4 per km.

Train : The hill station of Ooty has a railway station of its own. It is called the Udhagamandalam railway station and can be reached by The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (a.k.a. Toy Train) from Mettupalayam which is 47 km away from Ooty, is the nearest major railway station. There are regular train services from Coimbatore and Chennai to Mettupalayam. Mettupalayam and Conoor are connected to Ooty with toy trains. Taxis are available from Mettupalayam to Ooty and fare is about Rs 1,000. Udhagamandalam railway station: 0423-2442246.

Air : There is no airport in ooty. Coimbatore airport is the nearest airport and is around 105 km from Ooty. A number of private airlines give provide services to Coimbatore. Coimbatore is well connected with many south Indian cities by air including Chennai, Bangalore, Madurai and Hyderabad. Pre-paid Taxi fare from Coimbatore to Ooty is about Rs 2,500. Coimbatore International Airport: 0422 259 2155.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100.
• Fire Brigade : 101.
• Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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India/Tamil Nadu /Nilgiris /Ooty

9th Mile is just 9 miles away from the Ooty city. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

9th Mile is popularly called the Shooting Medu, as many of the Tamil and other Indian movies are shot here. The lush green forests and large mountains add to the beauty of this place, making it an ideal picnic spot.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

30 Minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Ooty is well connected by a road network and national highways 67. The tourist can reach to Ooty by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : Ooty is well connected with all most all south Indian cities by bus. There are regular bus services from Mysore (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 600), Chennai (Rs 650) and also from many cities in Kerala. State owned and private vehicles ply on this route. Many tourist services providers offer package trips to Ooty from many south Indian cities. These will charge about Rs 4 per km.

Train : The hill station of Ooty has a railway station of its own. It is called the Udhagamandalam railway station and can be reached by The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (a.k.a. Toy Train) from Mettupalayam which is 47 km away from Ooty, is the nearest major railway station. There are regular train services from Coimbatore and Chennai to Mettupalayam. Mettupalayam and Conoor are connected to Ooty with toy trains. Taxis are available from Mettupalayam to Ooty and fare is about Rs 1,000. Udhagamandalam railway station: 0423-2442246.

Air : There is no airport in ooty. Coimbatore airport is the nearest airport and is around 105 km from Ooty. A number of private airlines give provide services to Coimbatore. Coimbatore is well connected with many south Indian cities by air including Chennai, Bangalore, Madurai and Hyderabad. Pre-paid Taxi fare from Coimbatore to Ooty is about Rs 2,500. Coimbatore International Airport: 0422 259 2155.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100.
• Fire Brigade : 101.
• Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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India/Tamil Nadu /Nilgiris /Ooty

Avalanche Lake is located in the Nilgiri Hills is about 22 km from Ooty. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Avalanche Lake has been so named because of the avalanche that was experienced in the area during the 19th century. The lake is a popular tourist destination among the tourists and the locals alike. The area surrounding the lake has a magical charm about it. The rolling hills surrounding the lake remain covered with magnolias, rhododendrons and orchids for the most part of the year giving the area an ethereal look. Many tourists can be seen taking a leisurely stroll on the winding path that surrounds the lake. Some people also prefer fishing in the lake that is full of trout. In fact, a trout hatchery has been opened in the vicinity that provides tourists with fishing rods, baits and other accessories. Adventurous tourists also set up camps next to the lake and spend most of their days lazying around the lake. Some indulge in adventurous activities like trekking while others prefer the daring sport like rafting.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 Hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Ooty is well connected by a road network and national highways 67. The tourist can reach to Ooty by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : Ooty is well connected with all most all south Indian cities by bus. There are regular bus services from Mysore (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 600), Chennai (Rs 650) and also from many cities in Kerala. State owned and private vehicles ply on this route. Many tourist services providers offer package trips to Ooty from many south Indian cities. These will charge about Rs 4 per km.

Train : The hill station of Ooty has a railway station of its own. It is called the Udhagamandalam railway station and can be reached by The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (a.k.a. Toy Train) from Mettupalayam which is 47 km away from Ooty, is the nearest major railway station. There are regular train services from Coimbatore and Chennai to Mettupalayam. Mettupalayam and Conoor are connected to Ooty with toy trains. Taxis are available from Mettupalayam to Ooty and fare is about Rs 1,000. Udhagamandalam railway station: 0423-2442246.

Air : There is no airport in ooty. Coimbatore airport is the nearest airport and is around 105 km from Ooty. A number of private airlines give provide services to Coimbatore. Coimbatore is well connected with many south Indian cities by air including Chennai, Bangalore, Madurai and Hyderabad. Pre-paid Taxi fare from Coimbatore to Ooty is about Rs 2,500. Coimbatore International Airport: 0422 259 2155.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100.
• Fire Brigade : 101.
• Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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India/Tamil Nadu /Nilgiris /Ooty

The Government Museum is situated at Mysore Road, Ooty, Nilgiris. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Government Museum, has items of tribal objects, districts ecological details and representative sculptural arts and crafts of Tamil Nadu. It was set up in 1989, with a view to provide education benefits to the residing and visiting population of the Nilgiris district. The admission to this museum is free.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

10:00 am to 1:00 pm
2:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 Hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Ooty is well connected by a road network and national highways 67. The tourist can reach to Ooty by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : Ooty is well connected with all most all south Indian cities by bus. There are regular bus services from Mysore (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 600), Chennai (Rs 650) and also from many cities in Kerala. State owned and private vehicles ply on this route. Many tourist services providers offer package trips to Ooty from many south Indian cities. These will charge about Rs 4 per km.

Train : The hill station of Ooty has a railway station of its own. It is called the Udhagamandalam railway station and can be reached by The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (a.k.a. Toy Train) from Mettupalayam which is 47 km away from Ooty, is the nearest major railway station. There are regular train services from Coimbatore and Chennai to Mettupalayam. Mettupalayam and Conoor are connected to Ooty with toy trains. Taxis are available from Mettupalayam to Ooty and fare is about Rs 1,000. Udhagamandalam railway station: 0423-2442246.

Air : There is no airport in ooty. Coimbatore airport is the nearest airport and is around 105 km from Ooty. A number of private airlines give provide services to Coimbatore. Coimbatore is well connected with many south Indian cities by air including Chennai, Bangalore, Madurai and Hyderabad. Pre-paid Taxi fare from Coimbatore to Ooty is about Rs 2,500. Coimbatore International Airport: 0422 259 2155.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100.
• Fire Brigade : 101.
• Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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India /Telangana /Hyderabad /Hyderabad

Birla Mandir, is located at the south end of Hussain Sagar, Hill Fort Rd, Hyderabad, 500004, Telangana Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Birla Mandir stands atop the Kala Pahad, the twin hillock of the Naubat Pahad. The Birlas (industrialists who have built several temples in India) built this temple in 1976. The temple has been built with white marbles from Rajasthan. Kausalya supraja Rama poorva sandhya pravartate… the mantra chanted to arouse Lord Venkateswara (Vishnu), to whom the temple is dedicated, can be heard at dawn. And as for the evenings, they are a treat to the ears in this hilltop temple. Sweet melodies of cuckoos and the kirtanas of Annamayya, Tyagaraja and Ramadas against the backdrop of an orange-red sky pleasantly soothe the soul.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
2:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : N.A. Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : N.A Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Hotel Pearl Regency ;  11-4-654/2, Red Hills, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad. ; Ph/M –  040 6666 6555 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Typically they charge @ Rs.15/- per kilometer with a min. of Rs.60/4kms. Dott Cabs: 91-40-2424 2424 Easy Cabs: 91-40-4343 4343 Cell Cabs: 91-40-2324 2526 Meru : 91-40-4422 4422

Bus : Telangana state owned buses connect Hyderabad city with all cities in the state and the neighboring states. Hyderabad is a hub of deluxe, super deluxe, A/C and Volvo tourist buses. Hyderabad is connected by these superb buses to many cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Vishakapatnam and Vijayawada.

Train : Secunderabad, one of the twin cities with Hyderabad, is a major station with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station is well connected to all major railway stations in India. Railway Enquiry : 139, 190

Air : Hyderabad International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, is well connected to many important cities abroad. Domestic terminal, N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connects to all major cities in India. All private air travel providers operate services from Hyderabad. The both airport are located side by side and are located at Begumpet, about 20 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi services cost about Rs 350 from Airport to Hyderabad city.

Others : Auto rickshaws and air-conditioned cabs are available on hire.3 wheelers or .Autos. are fairly popular in Hyderabad. Slightly larger shared-ride 7-seaters will charge by distances, usually Rs.3/- per km. They travel on fixed routes. The smaller .3-seaters. are metered and charge Rs.8/- per km (min. Rs.10/-)

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

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India /Telangana /Hyderabad /Hyderabad

Chilkur Balaji Temple Rd, Chandanagar, Chilkur, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 501504 Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Chilkur Balaji Temple popularly known as Visa Balaji Temple or Visa God is an ancient Hindu temple of Lord Balaji on the banks of Osman Sagar Lake near Hyderabad, India. It is one of the oldest temples in Hyderabad built during the time of Madanna and Akkanna, the uncles of Bhakta Ramadas. The shrine is instrumental for the temple’s popularity as Visa God. This temple does not accept any money, does not have a hundi, from the devotees, no green channel or privileges for VVIPs. The other such temple is the Jalaram temple in Virpur (Rajkot), Gujarat. This temple fought and won the right to stay out of government control. The only other such temple is “Ramanuj Kot”, a temple in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

HistoryEdit

Chilkur Balaji Temple is one of the most ancient Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Balaji. The architecture of the temple suggests that it was built almost 500 years ago. Located in idyllic surroundings, the temple acts as a sequestered retreat and attracts a lot of devotees who come to find peace and quietude. The temple sees more devotees especially during the auspicious days of Annakota, Poolangi and Brahmothsavams. Legend says that on a certain devotee’s inability to fulfil his annual visit to Tirupati, Lord Venkateshwara himself appeared in his dreams and hinted at a nearby jungle where the devotee could find him. On reaching the designated spot the devotee found a molehill and started digging. Accidentally the axe struck the idol twice, and copious amounts of blood started flowing on the ground. A voice instructed the horrified devotee to flood the place with cow’s milk, accomplishing which led to the emergence of a rare Swayambhu idol of the Lord with Bhoodevi and Shridevi. This idol was installed with all the rites and rituals and the Chilkur Balaji Temple was built around it. Interestingly the deity is also referred to as the ‘Visa’ God since most of the prayers inside the temple are Visa-related. The unique features of this temple is that it does not accept any money from the devotees, there are no special access given to VIPs and is not under the government control. Though there are not many scriptures present about this temple.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours

Ticket Required : N.A Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

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• Cafe Coffee Day – Chilakuru ;  6-13, OPP Balaji Temple Bus Stop, Chilkur, Hyderabad. ; Ph/M –  093466 47533 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Typically they charge @ Rs.15/- per kilometer with a min. of Rs.60/4kms. Dott Cabs: 91-40-2424 2424 Easy Cabs: 91-40-4343 4343 Cell Cabs: 91-40-2324 2526 Meru : 91-40-4422 4423

Bus : Telangana state owned buses connect Hyderabad city with all cities in the state and the neighboring states. Hyderabad is a hub of deluxe, super deluxe, A/C and Volvo tourist buses. Hyderabad is connected by these superb buses to many cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Vishakapatnam and Vijayawada.

Train : Secunderabad, one of the twin cities with Hyderabad, is a major station with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station is well connected to all major railway stations in India. Railway Enquiry : 139, 191

Air : Hyderabad International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, is well connected to many important cities abroad. Domestic terminal, N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connects to all major cities in India. All private air travel providers operate services from Hyderabad. The both airport are located side by side and are located at Begumpet, about 20 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi services cost about Rs 350 from Airport to Hyderabad city.

Others : Auto rickshaws and air-conditioned cabs are available on hire.3 wheelers or .Autos. are fairly popular in Hyderabad. Slightly larger shared-ride 7-seaters will charge by distances, usually Rs.3/- per km. They travel on fixed routes. The smaller .3-seaters. are metered and charge Rs.8/- per km (min. Rs.10/-)

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• Safety / WarningEdit
• Beware of pickpockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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Ashta Lakshmi Temple is located on the suburbs of Hyderabad, at a distance of 12 km from Nampally, No.52-55, Vasavi Colony, Ramakrishnapuram, Kothapet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500035 Edit

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Ashta Lakshmi Temple is a popular pilgrim destination and is one of the two Ashta Lakshmi temples in India, the other one being in Chennai. Ashta Lakshmi Temple is dedicated to eight forms of Sri Lakshmi who are the symbols of power, wealth and health. The idols of Lakshmi in 8 different postures are installed in the chief gopuram of the temple. Santaana Lakshmi, Gaja Lakshmi, Dhana Lakshmi, Dhaanya Lakshmi, Vijaya Lakshmi, Dhairya Lakshmi, Adi Lakshmi and Vidya Lakshmi are the eight manifestations of Goddess Lakshmi. There are minor shrines dedicated to Lord Narayana, Lord Ganapathi and Lord Garuda inside the chief gopuram. All the idols inside the chief gopuram are decorated with jewels made of gold and pearl. The idols of minor deities are installed in the outer Mahagopuram of the temple. Pilgrims flock together at Ashta Lakshmi Temple during Varalaxmi Puja and Diwali to offer special prayers.

HistoryEdit

Ashtalakshmi Temple is a popular Hindu temple of Goddesses Ashtalakshmi in Hyderabad, India. This magnificent temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi stands distinctly on the outskirts of the city. Ashta Lakshmi Temple is significant for its unique idols of Goddess Lakshmi, which are made of sand and cement. The idols were consecrated by Sri Jayendra Saraswati Swami, the Sankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, in the year 1996. Amidst the varied Islamic architectural monuments in the area, this temple has a different style ; a touch of south Indian architecture. Among the Hindu pantheon, the Goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, finds a special place in the hearts of the people for she brings prosperity and happiness as well as salvation. But very few temples have Goddess Lakshmi in her eight splendorous forms.

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Monday – Saturday 6.00 AM – 9.00 AM / Sunday: 6.00 AM – 1.00 PM

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October to March.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

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1 to 2 hours

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Taxi : Typically they charge @ Rs.15/- per kilometer with a min. of Rs.60/4kms. Dott Cabs: 91-40-2424 2424 Easy Cabs: 91-40-4343 4343 Cell Cabs: 91-40-2324 2526 Meru : 91-40-4422 4424

Bus : Telangana state owned buses connect Hyderabad city with all cities in the state and the neighboring states. Hyderabad is a hub of deluxe, super deluxe, A/C and Volvo tourist buses. Hyderabad is connected by these superb buses to many cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Vishakapatnam and Vijayawada.

Train : Secunderabad, one of the twin cities with Hyderabad, is a major station with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station is well connected to all major railway stations in India. Railway Enquiry : 139, 192

Air : Hyderabad International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, is well connected to many important cities abroad. Domestic terminal, N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connects to all major cities in India. All private air travel providers operate services from Hyderabad. The both airport are located side by side and are located at Begumpet, about 20 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi services cost about Rs 350 from Airport to Hyderabad city.

Others : Auto rickshaws and air-conditioned cabs are available on hire.3 wheelers or .Autos. are fairly popular in Hyderabad. Slightly larger shared-ride 7-seaters will charge by distances, usually Rs.3/- per km. They travel on fixed routes. The smaller .3-seaters. are metered and charge Rs.8/- per km (min. Rs.10/-)

Things to CarryEdit

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Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

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