Sri Peddamma Thalli Temple, or Peddamma Gudi, is a revered Hindu shrine. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga, worshipped as Santhana Lakshmi. The name “Peddamma,” meaning “Mother of Mothers” in Telugu. It is located on Jubilee Hills of Hyderabad, Telangana. If you’re planning a 2025 visit, this guide covers Peddamma Temple timings for darshan, pooja, aarti, and sevas for a divine experience.
Peddamma Temple Darshan Timings:
- Monday to Saturday:
- Morning: 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Evening: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Sunday:
- 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM (no afternoon break)
- Festival Days (Bonalu, Navratri, Rathotsavam):
- Extended hours: 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Free Darshan available for all visitors. Special Darshan (₹10) to avoid heavy crowed. During Bonalu (June-July), arrive by 5:30 AM to avoid 2-3 hour queues. No online darshan booking available.
Pooja Timings:
- Suprabhata Seva: 6:00 AM (morning awakening).
- Sahasranama Archana: 8:00 AM (1000-name chant).
- Kumkumarchana: 9:00 AM (vermilion offering).
- Maha Abhishekam: 10:00 AM (sacred bathing).
- Vehicle Pooja: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Special poojas like Lakshmi Homam (₹2000) shine during Navratri (October). Book at temple counters or via temple office (+91-40-23544592).
Aarti Timings:
- Morning Aarti: 6:30 AM.
- Sandhya Aarti: 6:30 PM.
The Sandhya Aarti at 6:30 PM, is a must-see, arrive by 6:15 PM.
Seva Timings and Offerings:
- Coconut Offering: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM (traditional offering).
- Annaprasadam Seva: 12:00 PM (feeds 200+ daily).
- Pallaki Seva: 7:00 PM (deity procession, Sundays).
- Santhana Lakshmi Pooja: 9:00 AM (fertility ritual).
Annaprasadam serves 20,000+ during Bonalu (June-July).
How to Reach Peddamma Temple:
- By Road: 14 km from MGBS Bus Stand.
- By Train: Hyderabad Deccan Station (10.6 km).
- By Air: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (38 km).
- By Metro: Blue Line to Madhapur Station (2 km).
Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Traditional attire (men: dhoti/kurta; women: saree/salwar).
- Best Time: Nov-Feb (20-25°C). Avoid Mar-Jun (heat).
- Note: No photography inside. Use free cloakrooms.