Chilkur Balaji temple

Chilkur Balaji Temple is one of the oldest temples of Andhra Pradesh. It is situated in Chilkur village on the banks of Osman Sagar Lake, at about 25 km from Hyderabad and 33 km away from Mehdipatnam.

Chilkur Balaji Temple is built in the South Indian style of temple architecture. It was built around 500 years ago at the time of Akanna and Madanna, the uncles of Bhakta Ramdas.

As per legends, the principal deity of this temple, Lord Venkateshwara, appeared as swayambhu idol accompanied by swayambhu idols of Sridevi and Bhoodevi. In 1963, the idol of Goddess Ammavaru or Rajya Lakshmi was also installed in this temple.

Chilkur Balaji Temple is thronged by devotees during Poolangi, Annakota and Brahmotsavams. This temple is visited by about 75,000 to 1, 00,000 devotees in a week, especially on Saturday and Sunday. The peaceful atmosphere of this temple is ideal for meditation as well.

Timing: 5.00 am - 8.00 pm