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Srikalahasti Temple

Sri Kalahasteeswara Swamy Vari Devasthanam

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Temple Timings

Daily opening & closing timings, important information.

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Rahu Ketu Pooja

Timings, procedure, booking information.

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Darshan

Darshan types, queue system and visitor details.

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How to Reach

Tirupati, Chennai, Railway, Airport and local transport.

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5:30 AM – 9 PMDarshan, open daily
6 AM – 6 PMRahu Ketu Pooja
₹500 – ₹5,000Pooja ticket range
38 kmFrom Tirupati

Daily Panchang

Monday · Sunrise 6:01 AM · Sunset 5:54 PM
🌙 TithiShukla Dwitiyatill 10:17 PM
⭐ NakshatraSwatitill 11:55 PM
🧘 YogaVishkambhatill 8:35 PM
☀️ KaranaBalavatill 9:54 AM
🐍 Rahu Kalam7:30 AM – 9:00 AMFavoured time for Rahu Ketu Pooja
⚰️ Yama Gandam10:30 AM – 12:00 PMInauspicious period
🌑 Gulika Kalam1:30 PM – 3:00 PMInauspicious period
✨ Abhijit Muhurat11:34 AM – 12:21 PMFavourable for darshan

Rahu Kalam, Yama Gandam and Gulika Kalam use the standard 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM timings. Tithi, nakshatra, yoga and karana are calculated for Srikalahasti at sunrise and are approximate. For festival dates follow the temple announcements.

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Srikalahasti temple gopuram at sunset
About Srikalahasti

The Sacred Abode of Lord Shiva

Srikalahasti is one of the most revered Shaiva temples in India, known for its spiritual energy, rich history and unique Rahu Ketu Pooja. The temple is situated on the banks of the Swarnamukhi River and is a symbol of faith, devotion and timeless tradition.

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Rahu Ketu Pooja

Rahu Ketu Pooja is a powerful and sacred ritual performed to reduce the negative effects of Rahu and Ketu doshas and bring peace, prosperity and good health.

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Sri Kalahasteeswara Swamy Vari Devasthanam at Srikalahasti, in Tirupati District of Andhra Pradesh, is one of the five Pancha Bhuta Shiva temples and the best-known place for Rahu Ketu Pooja. Use this site to check temple timings today, Rahu Ketu Pooja ticket prices, online booking and how to avoid brokers. Plan your trip with guides for Tirupati to Srikalahasti, Chennai to Srikalahasti and Bangalore to Srikalahasti, find hotels near Srikalahasti temple, and read about Maha Shivaratri, the temple history and the daily Rahu Kalam. Also available in తెలుగు, हिन्दी, தமிழ், ಕನ್ನಡ and മലയാളം.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Srikalahasti temple darshan timings?

Darshan runs from 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM on Saturday to Monday and 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday to Friday. Confirm on festival days.

What are the Rahu Ketu Pooja timings?

The pooja is performed daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM in batches.

How much does Rahu Ketu Pooja cost?

Tickets are ₹500, ₹750, ₹1,500, ₹2,500 and ₹5,000 depending on the category.

Can I book Rahu Ketu Pooja online?

Yes. You can book on the AP Temples portal, and tickets are also sold at the temple counters. Avoid agents who charge extra.

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Original visitor guides for Srikalahasti: Rahu Ketu Pooja, a one-day itinerary, how to reach, best time to visit, Rahu Ketu beliefs and Kalamkari art.

Updated 12 October 2026

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Practical, plain-language guides written for devotees planning a visit to Srikalahasti.

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