Vizag is one city which strikes a chord with nature lovers. People throng this place all through the year to enjoy the majestic beaches and the scenic hill stations. However, not many know about the religious side of this beautiful city. Vizag is home to some prominent Hindu temples, which have a glorious history and mythological association. Vizag, also known as Visakhapatnam was initially ruled by the Vengi, Chalukyas and the Pallavas. One of the first temples built in this city dates back to the 11th Century and is said to be built by one of the Andhra kings, who was mesmerized by the beauty of this place. Among the religious sites that are known to the current generation, ISCKON temple and Simhachalam temple are noteworthy. Recent excavations in areas like Boudharamam, Saligudam and Sankaram have revealed some ancient Buddhist shrines. There are also many famous temples near Visakhapatnam, which are popular with tourists and devotees. In this article, we shall explore some of these famous temples in Visakhapatnam and their amazing facts!

Must-Visit Hindu Temples in Visakhapatnam:

Check out these famous temples in Vizag to add to your bucket list,

1. ISKCON Temple Vizag:

One of the biggest planned establishments of the proud city of Visakhapatnam, ISKCON is recognized as a branch of Krishna worshippers, devoted to the lord usually wearing a signature orange saint draping with white religious signs etched on the forehead. Also, a house to the trio Jagannath, Balaram and Subhadra, the temple engraved in milky white marble is indeed a beautiful abode. The temple was established in the year 2005 on the day of Akshaya Tritiya. Every Sunday a special feast is organized for the devotees and visitors.

• Address: Beach Road, Hare Krishna Land, Sagar Nagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530045
• Timings: Morning: 7:30 am to 12:30 pm, Evening: 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
• Dress Code: Traditional wear
• Approx. Visit Duration: 1-2 Hours
• How To Reach: 20km from Vizag airport and 15 minutes drive from the railway station
• Temple Website: https://iskconvizag.org/
• Best Time To Visit: Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Rathasaptami, ISKCON Utsav

Other Attractions: Special discourses and Bhajans. There are also stalls for buying books and other religious items