Located in the serene town of Samarlakota in Andhra Pradesh, the Kumararama Temple is one of the sacred Pancharama Kshetras dedicated to Lord Shiva. The presiding deity here is Sri Bhimeswara Swamy, and the temple is lovingly called Kumararama — a name that connects it with Lord Kumaraswamy (Subrahmanya), who is believed to have worshipped Shiva here.
The Shiva Lingam here is huge and tall, and quite unique — it’s placed at the base level, so even when you’re standing in the sanctum, you can only see a portion of it. The temple has a peaceful old-world charm, and you’ll feel a deep sense of devotion the moment you step inside.
Samarlakota Kumararama Temple Timings 2025
Based on recent visits and updates from temple sources, here are the general darshan timings for 2025:
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Morning Opening: 6:00 AM
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Afternoon Break: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
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Evening Darshan: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
🛐 The temple opens earlier and closes later during festivals like Maha Shivaratri and Karthika Masam.
Daily Poojas & Abhishekam Timings
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Suprabhata Seva / Nitya Archana: Starts around 6:30 AM
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Abhishekam to Lord Shiva: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
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Maha Nivedana & Harathi: Around 11:30 AM and 7:30 PM
🪔 On Mondays, Pradosham days, and during Masik Shivratri, special poojas and homams are performed — it’s the best time to visit for a divine experience.
Devotee Tips
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Darshan is smoother in the morning before 9:30 AM
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Bring water bottles and snacks if traveling with elders/kids, as the area around is more traditional than touristy
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You can combine your visit with Draksharamam, Kotipalli, or Annavaram if you’re on a longer pilgrimage in East Godavari
FAQs
• What are Kumararama Temple darshan timings?
→ 6:00 AM–12:00 PM and 3:00 PM–8:00 PM
• When is Abhishekam performed?
→ Daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
• Is there a ticket for darshan or pooja?
→ General darshan is free. Special poojas may have nominal fees at the counter.
• How do I reach Kumararama Temple?
→ The temple is in Samarlakota, just 1.5 km from Samalkot Junction railway station, and about 15 km from Kakinada.