Sri Tirupathamma Ammavari Temple is a prominent Hindu temple in Penuganchiprolu, Krishna district (now administratively associated with NTR district in many official records), Andhra Pradesh. Dedicated to Sri Tirupatamma Ammavaru, the temple is one of the region’s best-known pilgrimage centers and attracts large numbers of devotees throughout the year, especially during its major annual festivals.

Significance

The temple venerates Sri Tirupatamma, who is revered as an embodiment of Shakti and remembered for her devotion, virtue, and resilience. According to temple tradition, her life story emphasizes steadfast faith, compassion, and moral strength. Devotees believe that worship at the temple brings blessings for family well-being, prosperity, and protection.

Worship and festivals

The temple conducts daily pujas and hosts a number of important religious observances throughout the year. Among the most significant are the Pedda Tirunalla Mahotsavam (annual jathara), Magha Pournami celebrations, and Varalakshmi Vratham, each drawing thousands of pilgrims. A distinctive local practice is the 41-day Tirupatamma Mala (Deeksha) observed by many devotees as a period of spiritual discipline before offering prayers at the temple.

Facilities

The temple administration offers several services for pilgrims, including:

• Accommodation with guest rooms and a free dormitory.

• Annaprasadam (free/community meals) and opportunities for devotees to sponsor food offerings.

• Online services such as e-Hundi donations and room booking.

• A Goshala (cow shelter) maintained by the temple, where devotees may contribute toward cattle care.

Good to know

• The temple is located at Krishna District, Sri Lakshmi Tirupatamma Devestanam Road, Penuganchiprolu, Andhra Pradesh 521190, India.

• The official temple website lists general visiting hours of 6:00 AM–8:30 PM, though some third-party listings show varying darshan schedules on different days. Checking the official temple information before visiting is advisable.

• The temple is recognized by the Andhra Pradesh Endowments Department as one of the notable temples in the district