Matsya Narayana Temple, Vizag – Guide
Matsya Narayana Temple or Sri Matsya Lingeshwara Swamy Temple is located in the Matsyagundam area of Visakhapatnam. Lord Shiva is worshiped in this temple. Matsyagundam is a rocky outcropping near the Sileru River. It is a famous place situated at a distance of 13 kms from Paderu and 47 kms from Araku.
The villagers of Polipalle, Thulabharangi and Marka surround him with concern. Sri Matsya Lingeshwara Swamy Temple is in the Matsyagundam neighbourhood. In Matham village, Matsyagundam is known for its centuries-old Sri Matsya Lingeshwara Swamy Temple.
Matsya Narayana Temple Timings
Matsya Narayana Temple opens at 7:00 AM in the morning and close at 6:00 PM in the evening.
| Tuesday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Monday | 6–10 am, 5–8:30 pm |
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History of Matsyaa Lingeshwara Swamy Temple
As per the legend, there was a fight between the Shek (Singraj) and the Fishes (Matsaraj). The mother fish had brought all the fishes from a place called “Jemili” for protection from snakes and the fishes have lived here since then, giving it the name Matsyagundam. It is believed that Lord Matsya Lingeshwara Swamy takes care of these fishes. The villagers not eat fish, and they don’t go fishing.
Here people gather once a year during the three-day long Mahashivratri to perform worship and cultural events known as Jatara.
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Place to visit near this Temple
Kailashgiri
Kailashgiri is one of the best tourist places in Visakhapatnam that you must visit. Kailashgiri is a famous hill station located in the centre of Vizag at an altitude of 360 feet, which is famous for the huge idols of Shiva and Parvati.
Submarine museum
We all know that Visakhapatnam is a major port. The submarine museum is the first thing tourists visiting here like to see. This museum is situated on Rushikonda Beach and you can see the submarine named INS Kurusura in this museum.
Matsyadarshini Aquarium
An initiative started by the Municipal Corporation of Visakhapatnam, the Matsyadarshini Aquarium houses and preserves innumerable species of saltwater and freshwater marine life. Situated on the beautiful shores of Ramakrishna beach, this aquarium houses several marine varieties like clownfish, butterfly fish, horn cowfish, damsels, lionfish, red squirrel fish, and more to provide an enthralling experience to the travellers.
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How to reach Matsya Narayana Temple
By Air- Nearest airport from Matsya Narayana Temple is visakhapatnam airport. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- Nearest railway station from this temple is Araku Railway Station which is at a distance of 45 km from this temple and Anakapalli Railway Station which is is at a distance of 85 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Araku bus complex is located at a distance of 47 km from the temple. Anakapalli bus complex is located at a distance of 85 km from the temple. You can also reach here by using your own vehicle as its roads are well connected with the other cities of the country.
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