A Sacred Tradition at Vijayawada’s Most Revered Shrine
The Indrakeeladri Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Temple in Vijayawada is preparing for the highly auspicious Pournami Giri Pradakshina, a sacred ritual cherished by thousands of devotees. Every full moon, this spiritual event draws worshippers who seek divine blessings and inner peace.
Special Spiritual Significance This Month
This month’s Giri Pradakshina holds special spiritual importance, as the full moon falls on a unique and highly auspicious day. Therefore, temple authorities have announced that the ritual will begin at 5:55 AM on Thursday, 4 December 2025. Devotees are expected to participate in large numbers, hoping to experience the divine energy that the full moon is believed to amplify.
Starting Point of the Giri Pradakshina
The temple administration confirmed that the procession will commence from the Sri Kamadhenu Ammavari Temple, located at the entrance of the Ghat Road. From this point, devotees will proceed around the sacred Indrakeeladri Hill, offering prayers throughout the circumambulation.
A Deeply Devotional Experience
The Giri Pradakshina is regarded as a powerful practice that symbolizes surrender, faith, and spiritual cleansing. Moreover, many devotees believe that completing the circumambulation during Pournami helps remove obstacles and invites prosperity into their lives.
