Markandeya Temple is located in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh and is dedicated to Rishi Markandeya. Markandeya Temple is known for its beautiful architecture and verses from the Markandeya Puran and each year, Mahashivaratri, Karthika Masam, Annual Kalyanam, Akanda Deeparadhana and Dhoopa Prakaraseva are celebrated here with great enthusiasm. Devotees from various places arrive at this shrine and pay their homage to Markandeya and Lord Shiva.
How to Reach Markandeya Temple, Rajahmundry
There are various major ways to reach the temple. Some of them are given below.
By Air
The Rajahmudry airport is the closest airport, at a distance of 15 km from the temple. One can easily get the flights to this airport. From the airport, there are facilities for private taxis or public transport to reach the temple.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Rajahmudry airport, at a distance of 3 km from the temple. The station is well connected with the major cities. You can take the local public transport from the station to reach the temple.
By Road
Being a well-known temple, the city is connected by road. There are private taxis and public transportations from the various major cities to this temple. You can hire a direct taxi to reach the temple. Thus, one can reach the temple comfortably.
Best Time to Visit Sri Uma Markandeyeswara Temple
The best time to visit this temple is from October to March. The temple can be easily explored and the sight-seeing can also be done comfortably.
Darshan Timings
Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Dress Code
Traditional and formal clothing
Photography
Not allowed
Prasad
Not available
