Sampath Vinayaka Temple is the famous Deity of Visakhapatnam locals. The temple is made of black marble in Asilmetta of Visakhapatnam City—the Lord Vinayaka. Timings: 5:30 am – 10:30 am, 5:30 am – 8 pm.
Sri Sampath Vinayagar Temple is very famous. In this area, people still follow the custom of performing the ritual for any newly purchased vehicle. This temple is situated in one of the busiest areas in the city. People believe this is a lucky temple in the city.
History
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This Vinayagar temple was built in 1962 by T.S. Selvaganesan and T.S. Rajeshwaran. Later, it came under the Endowments Department of Andhra Pradesh. Local people still believe that during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, this temple saved the city from the attack of PNS Ghazi and sank that submarine on the coast of Visakhapatnam.
Importance of Sampath Vinayaka Temple
Many students come to this Vinayaka temple to score well during the final exams. Unlike other temples, this temple doesn’t boast great architecture but is still visited by more than 2 million devotees yearly. Lord Ganesha generally fulfils the wishes of all who worship the Deity with full faith and desire.
Why is the Sampath Vinayaka Temple so famous?
Being one of the oldest Vizag temples, it holds significance for many students who place their hall tickets before appearing for their examinations. The most special feature of this Vinayagar temple is that many new-vehicle buyers get their vehicle puja here. Mostly on Sunday or Monday, the temple is always lined with new vehicles outside for this purpose. Also, many couples’ first wedding invitation card is kept at the Deity so that they can be blessed.
Pujas
Apart from the “English” New Year, special poojas are performed in this temple on the Telugu New Year “, Ugadi”.
| Services Name | Duration | Cost |
| Palabhishekam | 20 minutes | ₹Rs 172 |
| Archana | 20 minutes | ₹Rs 119 |
| Special Abhishekam | 30 minutes | ₹Rs 495 |
| Abhishekam | 30 minutes | ₹Rs 172 |
| Vahana pooja | 30 minutes | ₹Rs 172 |
Entry Fee:
No entry fee to visit the Vinayaka temple in Vizag.
Sampath Vinayaka Temple Timings
- Morning Time: 5:30 am – 10:30 am
- Evening Time: 5:30 am – 8 pm
| Days | Morning Timings | Evening Timings |
| Monday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
| Saturday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
| Sunday | 5:30 am – 10:30 am | 5:30 am – 8 pm |
Festivals:
- The temple hosts a grand celebration of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival annually, which is another reason people flock to this place.
- Other festivals, such as Ugadi and Dussehra, are celebrated warmly at the Vinayaka temple.
Bhadrapada Shuddha Chavithi “Vinayaka Chaturthi” is performed with great pomp. Swami had been decorated in various forms for nine days.
During these Navaratri celebrations, the Lord has been as follows.
- Bala Ganapati
- Adi Ganapati
- Vidya Ganapati
- Raja Ganapati
- Shakti Ganapati
- Shiva puja Ganapati
- Skanda Ganapati
- Agastyapuja Ganapati
- Siddhi Buddhi Ganapati
Special spiritual programs, prophecies, cultural programs, and food offerings are specially organised in these festivals. Although it is under the jurisdiction of the Devadaya department, all the pujas and festivals in the temple are performed under the auspices of the trust established by the Sambadhan family, who founded it. That is why worship is done in this temple using a combination of Telugu and Tamil traditions.
Travel Tips for Sri Sampath Vinayaka Temple
- Do not wear short skirts or tank tops whenever you visit this temple. Wearing clothing that can easily cover your stomach, shoulders, and knees is advised.
- Do not stress over food. You can satiate yourself with various foods at the two fine-dining establishments, “Satyam Restaurant” and “Dharani Veg Restaurant.”
Places to Visit near Temple
- INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, Vizag
- Kailasagiri Vizag
- Sree Sampath Vinayagar Temple, Vizag
- Matsya Darshini
- Ross Hill Church
- Yarada Beach
- Dolphin’s Nose Light House, Vizag
- VUDA Park Vizag
- Visakha Museum Vizag
Hotels near Sampath Vinayaka Temple
- Dwaraka Inn
- Hotel Five Elements
- Daspalla Executive Court
- Saif Paradise
- Ritz Comfort
- Hotel Destiny
- Hotel Geetha Inn Vizag
- E Lodge
Sampath Vinayaka Temple Address:
Sampath Vinayaka Temple Rd, CBM Compound, Asilmetta, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530003
Phone Nmber: 0891-2760740, 2577106.
How to Reach the Temple
By Road:
The Visakhapatnam Bus Stand is very near the temple.
By Rail:
Vizag Railway Station is near the temple.
By Air:
Vizag Airport is near the temple.
FAQs
What is the timing of the Sampath Vinayaka Temple?
These are the timings: 5:30 am – 10:30 am, 5:30 pm – 8 pm.
Where is the Sampath Vinayaka Temple located?
Visakhapatnam.
