More than 700years old ancient temple
One of the most fascinating features of the Venugopala Swamy Temple in Hyderabad is a rare astronomical phenomenon witnessed on specific days each year. During sunrise, the temple’s architecture allows the sun’s rays to pass through the entrance and fall directly on the lotus feet of Lord Krishna.
- Dedicated to Lord Krishna
- Located in Balapur village - Hyderabad
- Spiritual Landmark with a Legacy
- Sacred Sevas and Devotional Offerings
Sacred Sevas and Devotional Offerings
At Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple, performing sevas (sacred services) and making devotional offerings are deeply meaningful acts of worship that allow devotees to express their love, gratitude, and surrender to Lord Venugopala Swamy. These rituals are rooted in ancient Vedic traditions and are performed with devotion, discipline, and spiritual intent.
Remedy for delays in marital life.
Benefits of Rukmini Kalyanam
This powerful seva is highly recommended for individuals experiencing delays in marriage or facing challenges in finding a compatible life partner.
Remedy for delays or obstacles in marital life.
who perform this seva are believed to receive the blessings and helping remove doshas, karmic delays, and hurdles in their path to marriage.
How to Participate:
Registration: Bookings can be made at the temple counter or online via the temple’s official website at least 3–5 days in advance
Seva Details:
Seva Name: Rukmini Kalyanam Seva
Deities: Lord Sri Venugopala Swamy and Goddess Rukmini Devi
Type of Ritual: Symbolic re-enactment of their divine wedding
Location:
Temple Kalyana Mandapam or designated sanctum area
For Blessing of Progeny
Sri Krishna Vratham is a sacred and deeply spiritual ritual observed to seek the compassionate blessings of Lord Sri Krishna in his divine form as Santana Venugopala Swamy—the protector and granter of children.Â
This vratham is a time-tested spiritual remedy for couples longing for progeny or facing challenges in conception and childbirth.
- Blessings for Progeny
- Family Harmony
- Obstacle Removal
Festivals and Celebrations
Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple
Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple is not only a place of daily worship but also a vibrant center of traditional Hindu festivals that are celebrated with deep devotion,
cultural richness, and grandeur. These sacred events bring together devotees from near and far, offering them an opportunity to experience
divine blessings and participate in timeless rituals.
Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Celebrated with immense joy and devotion, Janmashtami marks the divine birth of Lord Krishna, the presiding deity of the temple. The temple is beautifully decorated with flowers, lights, and traditional art. Devotees engage in devotional singing (bhajans), chanting, and enactments of Krishna’s childhood (leelas). A special midnight abhishekam (ritual bath) is performed for the idol of Venugopala Swamy, symbolizing the exact time of Krishna’s birth.
Brahmotsavam
One of the grandest annual celebrations, Brahmotsavam is a multi-day festival featuring elaborate rituals, homas (sacred fire ceremonies), cultural performances, and processions. Each day of the festival is marked by a different vahana seva (divine vehicle procession), where the deity is taken around the temple streets, offering darshan to all devotees. This festival celebrates the cosmic creation by Lord Brahma and is considered highly auspicious.
Vaikunta Ekadasi
Vaikunta Ekadasi is a highly sacred occasion dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On this day, the ‘Vaikunta Dwaram’ (Gateway to Heaven) is opened, and devotees pass through it seeking salvation and divine blessings. The temple conducts special poojas, Vedic chanting, and long hours of devotional singing. The spiritual atmosphere is both serene and uplifting.
Deepotsavam (Festival of Lights)
During Deepotsavam, the temple is illuminated with thousands of traditional oil lamps, creating a mesmerizing and divine visual experience. Devotees light lamps to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness and to invite prosperity and peace into their lives. Special evening poojas and devotional songs add to the serene ambiance of the celebration.
Dhanur Masam
Observed during the early hours of the Margashira month (December–January), Dhanur Masam is dedicated to early morning worship and devotion to Lord Vishnu. Each day begins with Tiruppavai recitations, special poojas, and prasadam offerings. This month-long observance is considered highly beneficial for spiritual growth and is marked by a calm, devotional atmosphere in the temple.