Vijayawada: Preparation started for the 10-day Dassara festival at Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam. This festival in Vijayawada is one of the biggest celebrations in Andhra Pradesh. Thousands of devotees from all over India come to take part in it. The famous Kanaka Durga Temple, on Indrakeeldari Hill near the Krishna River, becomes the main centre of devotion during these 10 days. Every day, Goddess Kanaka Durga is decorated and worshipped in a different form, showing her power, blessings and protection for the devotees.
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Significance of the Dasara Festival in Vijayawada
The Dasara Navaratri celebrations at Kanaka Durga Temple are very special. People believe that visiting the temple during this time helps remove negativity from life and brings peace, happiness and prosperity.
According to the legend, Goddess Kanaka Durga appeared on the Indrakeeladri Hill to protect her devotees and killed the demon Mahishasura. This shows the victory of good over evil, which is the main message of the Dasara festival.
Kanaka Durga Temple Festival
The festival will begin on September 22. Sri Swarna Kavachalankrutha Durga Devi will be beautifully decorated on the first day. After performing the rituals, the temple head priests will inaugurate the festival.
Various Avatars of the Kanaka Durga During Dasara 2025
During the 10-day Dasara festival at Kanaka Durga Temple, the goddess is decorated in a different form each day. Each day has its own special meaning and devotees believe that worshipping the Goddess in these forms brings health, wealth, wisdom and protection from negative energies.
- September 22: Sri Bala Tripura Sundara Devi
- September 23: Gayathri Devi
- September 24: Annapurna Devi
- September 25: Katyayani Devi
- September 26: Maha Lakshmi Devi
- September 27: Lalita Tripura Sundara Devi
- September 28: Mahachandi Devi
- September 29: Saraswathi Devi
- September 30: Durga Devi
- October 1: Mahishasura Mardini Devi
- October 2: Rajarajeswari Devi
Kanaka Durga Temple Darshan Timings
The Kanaka Durga Temple Dasara festival will conclude on 22 September, 2025 with an annual boat ride on the River Krishna. The pooja and darshan time may vary daily as the deity is adorned in different avatars.
| Opening Time | 4:00 AM |
| Closing Time | 10:00 PM |
Kanaka Durga Temple Dress Code
Devotees who visit the Kanaka Durga Temple are asked to wear traditional clothes as a sign of respect to the Goddess.
- For Men: White Pancha, Dhoti, Kurta or simple formal clothes.
- For Women: Saree, Half-Saree or Salwar Kameez with Dupatta.
Vijayawada Gujarati Samaj Dharamshala
Just 1 km away from the Kanaka Durga temple, Gujarati Samaj Dharamshala is located in Vijayawada. Where you can stay and enjoy the Dasara festival at Kanaka Durga temple to its fullest.
The Dharamshala offers 24 hrs check-in and check-out facility. The Vijayawada accommodation is also near to railway station and airport. For more details and online room booking in Vijayawada visit below:
The 10-Day Dasara festival at Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada is more than just a religious event; it is a spiritual experience. Each day, the goddess is worshipped in a different form, giving devotees a chance to feel her divine energy.
If you are planning to visit, remember to follow the Kanaka Durga Temple dress code, check the pooja timings and enjoy the beauty of this special festival.
