Sri Jagan Mohini Keshava Swamy Temple Ryali

Also known locally as Ryali Temple or Sri Jaganmohini Kesava Swamy Varu, this temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu as the presiding deity.

The temple also houses shrines for Goddess Mohini, Sri Uma Kamandaleswara Swamy (Lord Shiva), Goddess Lakshmi, and Lord Satyanarayana, making it a significant spiritual destination for devotees of multiple deities.

Built during the Chola period by King Sri Raja Vikrama Deva of the Chola dynasty, the temple is recognized as a state heritage site and showcases the grandeur of Dravidian architecture. Its traditional design and serene village setting attract pilgrims and architecture enthusiasts alike.

The temple is open for darshan every day from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, allowing visitors ample time to participate in rituals and seek blessings.

Darshan at Sri Jagan Mohini Keshava Swamy Temple is accessible to all, with options for free darshan as well as a special darshan for a nominal fee of INR 5. Various poojas are conducted daily, including Astottaram/Archana and Sahasra Namarchana, each priced at INR 5.

The Kalyanam pooja, performed monthly on Sravana Nakshatram from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, is available for INR 500. Rituals and poojas are conducted in Telugu, Sanskrit, Hindi, and English, ensuring inclusivity for devotees from different linguistic backgrounds.

The temple is vibrant during its annual festivals, with major events such as Sri Jaganmohini Kesava Swamy Kalyanam in March-April, Sri Rama Satyanarayana Swamy Kalyanam in April-May, Sri Venugopala Swamy Kalyanam in June, Sri Krishnastami in August, Devi Navaratrams in October, Ksheerabdi Dwadasi in November, and Mukkoti Ekadasi & Bheeshma Ekadasi as per the traditional Hindu calendar.

The best time to visit is early morning, during winter months (November to February), or during the festival season and annual brahmotsavam.

Traditional attire is required for entry: men are expected to wear dhoti and kurta or formal trousers and a shirt, while women should wear sarees, half-sarees, or salwar kameez. Modest and decent clothing is mandatory for all visitors.

Adequate parking is available near the temple, and the ground-level entry points offer convenient access. Photography and videography are strictly prohibited inside the inner sanctum, and mobile phones must be switched off or deposited before entering the core shrine area.

Devotees can partake in traditional temple prasadam, and free mass feeding (Annadanam) is organized during major festivals and special occasions. For further information, the temple can be contacted at +91 88552 50477.