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Sri Kanakamahalakshmi Temple
- Vishakapatnam,Andhra Pradesh
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Overview
Sri Kanaka Maha Lakshmi is the presiding deity of Visakhapatnam locals. The temple is located in Burujupeta of Visakhapatnam city. In so far as Sthalapuranam of this Temple is concerned, there is no authentic information. It is learnt that Sri Kanaka Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru is the family deity of the then "Rajas of Visakhapatnam".
Legend and Stories
The locality where the idol was found is called "Burujupeta" since it was near "Buruju" of the "Fort" of the then Rajas. According to local story, in the year 1912, the Idol of Goddess Sri Kanaka Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru was taken out from the well and it was installed at the center of the road i.e., amidst the Municipal lane. The Municipal authorities, for the purpose of widening the road, have shifted the Idol from amidst the road to a corner of the road. During which period i.e., in the year 1917 the dangerous contagious disease 'Plague' spread over the town and so many deaths occurred in Visakhapatnam village.
Significance
Owing to re-erection, the 'Plague' disease was cured and normalcy was restored. With this, the villagers have a staunch belief that it is all due to miracle of Goddess, and thus from then onwards the Villagers used to worship the Goddess by performing sevas with much devotion. Further, the people of the vicinity have strong belief that 'Sri Kanaka Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru' is the 'MOTHER OF TRUTH' and will always bless her devotees by fulfilling their requirements. The lady devotees have staunch belief that the Goddess bless them with "Sumangali". The devotees of Goddess bring their newly born babies to the temple and keep them at the feet of Goddess and seek blessings.
Temple Timing
Temple Opened 24 Hours
| 5 A.M. to 6 A.M | Panchamruthabhishekam, Sahasranamarchana, Balabhoga Nivedhana |
| From 6 A.M. | Sarva Darsanams |
| 11 A.M. to 11:30 A.M | Cleaning of Temple |
| 11:30A.M. to 12 Noon | Panchamruthabhishekam, Astotharanamarchana, Rajabhogam, Mahanivedhana |
| From 12 Noon | Sarva Darsanams |
| 5:30 P.M. to 6 P.M | Cleaning of Temple |
| 6 P.M. to 6:30 P.M | Panchamruthabhishekam, Astothara Sathanamarchana, Sayamnivedhana |
| 6:30 P.M. to 5 A.M | Sarva Darsanams |
| KumKum Pooja | Performed from 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Ksheerabhishekam Pooja | Performed on every Friday from 8 AM to 9 AM |
Trikalarchana Timings
- Prathakala Pooja at 05:00 a.m.
- Madhyahna Pooja at 11:30 a.m.
- Pradoshakala Pooja at 06:00 p.m.
How to Reach Visakhapatnam
The nearest airport is in Visakhapatnam, and the closest railway station is situated there, too. APSRTC operates frequent buses from Dwaraka RTC complex in Visakhapatnam.
Temple Address
Sri Kanakamahalakshmi Temple,
Vishakapatnam,
Burujupeta, Andhra Pradesh.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Prosperity
Shlokas
Adhilakshmi Namasthesthu Parabrahma Swaroopine Yeshodhehi Dhanamdehi Sarvakamamcha Dehimey Mangaley Mangaladhare Mangalya Manggalapradhey Mangalartham Mangalesi Mangalyam Dehime Sadaaaa
Meaning -Goddess Adilakshmi, the supreme Brahman, we offer our salutations to you and ask you to grant us wealth and prosperity. Fulfill our wishes O auspicious Goddess for you are auspiciousness personified and you grant auspiciousness. Grant us eternal happiness and prosperity.
Namasthesthu Mahamaye Sri Petesura Poojithey Sanguchakra Gatha Hasthey Mahalakshmi Namosthuthey Namasthey Garudaroodey Kolasurea Bayankari Sarva Papa Hare Devi Mahalakshmi Namosthutehy
Meaning -Oh all powerful Mahalakshmi, the seat of wealth and who devas worship, salutations to you, for you are one who has a conch, a disc and a mace in your hands.
Namastulasi Kalyaani Namo Vishhnupriye Shubhe Namo Moksha Pradey Devii Namah Sampatpradaayinee
Meaning -I bend down to Tulasi, who is so dear to Lord Vishnu and who bestows good luck on devotees, who helps one attain salvation and who bestows wealth on all devotees.
Samudra Vasaney Devi Parvathasthana Madale ; Vishnupatnii Namasthubhyam Paadha Sparsham Kshamashamey
Meaning -Oh Mother Earth, I beg your forgiveness for placing my feet on you, the one who wears oceans, forests and mountains and Lord Vishnu's wife, I bow to you.
Timings
Temple Opened 24 Hours