Basara Saraswati Mandir – Guide
Goddess Saraswati Devi Temple is situated on the left bank of river Godavari. Basara Saraswati Mandir is one of the famous temples of Telangana. Goddess Saraswati is known for the initiation of Akshara Abhyas and is also known as Shri Gyan Saraswati. The Basara temple is one of the two oldest Saraswati temples in India, the other being in Kashmir.
History of this Temple
After the Kurukshetra war, Sage Veda Vyasa was searching for peace and reached Basara situated on the banks of river Godavari in Dandakaranya. He found the place very peaceful and so he started meditating here. The goddess ordered the sage to pour three handfuls of sand at three places every day. Miraculously these sand dunes were transformed into idols of the divine trinity i.e. Saraswati, Lakshmi and Kali. She is the presiding deity of Basar today. This place was earlier known as Vyaspuri but later it was changed to Basara or Basar.
Basara Saraswati Mandir Timings
Basara Saraswati Mandir opens from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the morning and from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
| Monday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
| Thursday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
| Friday | 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 08:30 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Charminar
Charminar is the most famous tourist attraction and an important landmark in Hyderabad. The monument was built in 1591 by Quli Qutb Shah and was named Charminar, because of the four minarets.
Ramoji Film City
Ramoji Film City is one such tourist place in Hyderabad that requires a full day trip. Apart from families, it is a popular tourist destination for friends. Designed on 2,500 Acres.
Hussain Sagar Lake
Hussain Sagar Lake or Tank Dam is a popular tourist attraction in Hyderabad which connects Secunderabad to Hyderabad. Hussain Sagar Lake is the largest artificial lake in Asia.
Golconda Fort
A round shaped fort, is a must-see tourist destination in Hyderabad. The fort is situated on the top of a 300 feet granite hill. Built by the Qutb Shahi kings, the fort presents an impressive structure with eight gates and 87 bastions.
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How to reach Basara Saraswati Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Basara Saraswati Mandir is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Hyderabad which is at a distance of 257 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Saraswati Mandir is Basara railway station which is at a distance of 2 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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