About Astalakshmi Temple, Hyderabad

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ASHTALAKSHMI TEMPLE

 

Location:Situated in Vasavi Colony ,Dilsukh Nagar, Hyderabad.

How to reach :Local transportation is available.

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Best time to visit:During Varalaxmi pooja and diwali.

 

This is a magnificent temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi ,the goddess of wealth

and prosperity.Built under the auspices of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, the

temple was consecrated in April 1996, and is one of its kind in the state of

Andhra Pradesh.Amidst the varied Islamic architectural monuments in Hyderabad,

this temple has a different style - a touch of the south-Indian architecture.It

took five years of non-stop work and a total expenditure of Rs 10 million for

the magnificent Ashtalakshmi temple to take its present form.The well-known

architect, Ganapati Sthapathi, conceived the structure and design of the temple.

The idols of Ashtalakshmi, Sriman Narayana, Sri Ganapathi and Sri Garuda were

designed by Subbaiah Sthapathi. About 134 vigrahams (idols) of lesser - known

gods adorn the mahagopuram.

 

Although built of sand and cement, the Ashtalakshmi temple reveals the

remarkable dexterity of the artists. Installed inside the temples are idols of

Adilakshmi, Aishwaryalakshmi, Santanalakshmi, Dhanalakshmi, Dhanyalakshmi,

Gajalakshmi, Vijayalakshmi and Varalakshmi. Depicting these eight postures, the

idols are adorned with gold and - kasula peru necklace and other necklaces.If

one is all praise for the richly ornamented idols inside the temple, one is

equally agog to see the intricately carved designs on the temple gopuram.

 

The nightly illumination of this enchanting temple is spectacular. Viewed from a

distance, the temple looks like one made from marble. And on approaching the

temple entrance, one is captivated by the tranquility of the surroundings and

the all pervading sweet fragrance of the incense!

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Ashta Lakshmi Temple

A magnificent temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi in eight forms of the diety

stands distinctly on the outskirts of the city of Hyderabad in Vasavi Nagar,

Dilshukhnagar. Amidst the varied Islamic architectural monuments in Hyderabad,

this temple has a different style - a touch of the south-Indian architecture.

 

The well-known Sculptor,Padmashri Ganapati Sthapathi, conceived the structure

and designed the temple. Subbaiah Sthapathi designed the idols of Ashta Lakshmi,

Srimannarayana, Sri Ganapathi and Sri Garuda. About 134 vigrahas (idols) of

lesser - known Gods adorn the mahagopuram.

 

How to Reach

The Temple is about 12 km from Hyderabad railway station. A P Road transport and

private transport is available from all parts of the twin-cities.

 

 

 

 

ASHTALAKSHMI TEMPLE

 

 

 

A magnificent temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi stands distinctly on the

outskirts of the city of Hyderabad. Amidst the varied Islamic architectural

monuments in Hyderabad, this temple has a different style - a touch of the

south-Indian architecture.

 

In India, 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 all

her eight splenderous forms.

 

Built under the auspices of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, the temple was

consecrated in April 1996, and is one of its kind in the state of Andhra

Pradesh.

 

The design and architecture of the Ashtalakshmi temple was borrowed from the one

at Chennai (new name for Madras). However, several modifications were made while

the construction was initiated. The Ashtalakshmi temple is a fine example of a

collective endeavor. People from various quarters came forward to donate

liberally. It took five years of non-stop work and a total expenditure of Rs 10

million for the magnificent Ashtalakshmi temple to take its present form.

 

The well-known architect, Ganapati Sthapathi, conceived the structure and

design of the temple. The idols of Ashtalakshmi, Sriman Narayana, Sri Ganapathi

and Sri Garuda were designed by Subbaiah Sthapathi. About 134 vigrahams (idols)

of lesser - known gods adorn the mahagopuram.

 

Although built of sand and cement, the Ashtalakshmi temple reveals the

remarkable dexterity of the artists. Installed inside the temples are idols of

Adilakshmi, Aishwaryalakshmi, Santanalakshmi, Dhanalakshmi, Dhanyalakshmi,

Gajalakshmi, Vijayalakshmi and Varalakshmi. Depicting these eight postures, the

idols are adorned with gold and - kasula peru necklace and other necklaces. If

one is all praise for the richly ornamented idols inside the temple, one is

equally agog to see the intricately carved designs on the temple gopuram.

 

Proposals are in the offing to construct a two-storeyed Kalyana Mandapam at a

cost of Rs 15 million and an Archaka nilayam- residential quarters for the

priests.

 

The nightly illumination of this enchanting temple is spectacular. Viewed from a

distance, the temple looks like one made from marble. And on approaching the

temple entrance, one is captivated by the tranquility of the surroundings and

the all pervading sweet fragrance of the incense!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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