Shiva
Srikalahasteeswara Temple
Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh · Srikalahasteeswara (Shiva) — Air element
About Srikalahasteeswara Temple
Srikalahasteeswara Temple is the Panchabhootha Stala for Vayu (Air element) and is especially famous for Rahu-Ketu dosha remedies. The unique Vayu Lingam inside is said to sway even without wind when properly worshipped.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Srikalahasteeswara (Shiva) — Air element
🙏 Secondary Deity
Jnanamba Parvathi
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
1 – 1.5 hours
🪔 Special Puja
Rahu-Ketu Puja; Rahukala Puja on Sundays
🔔 Important Rituals
Rahu-Ketu puja, Vayu Lingam darshan, Rahukala puja
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March; Sundays
🎫 Entry Fee
Free; Rahu-Ketu Puja ₹250+
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Srikalahasti Station (1 km)
Nearest Airport
Tirupati Airport (36 km)
Distance from City
36 km from Tirupati
Parking
Yes
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Tirupati
Food Options
Many restaurants near temple
Visitor Tips
Rahu-Ketu puja on Sundays — book in advance.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Maha Shivaratri and Karthika Deepam are major events.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Temple on riverbank — relatively flat. Accessible for most seniors.
⚠️ Important Notes
Strict dress code — no shorts or sleeveless. Rahu-Ketu puja tickets must be booked in advance on busy days.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Typical Duration
1 – 1.5 hours
Entry Fee
Free; Rahu-Ketu Puja ₹250+
State
Andhra Pradesh
Location
Srikalahasti
Ideal Base City
Tirupati
Senior Friendly
Yes
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