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Godavari Pushkaralu 2027 — dates, ghats, snanam, travel
The Godavari flows through Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. The Pushkaralu is celebrated across all three states. Whether you are in Nashik, Hyderabad, or Rajahmundry, here is where you should bathe.
The Godavari originates at the Brahmagiri mountain in Trimbakeshwar. For pilgrims in Maharashtra, this is the most sacred spot to take the dip.
Located near the origin of the river. Home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The most spiritually significant ghat in Maharashtra.
Located in Nashik city. Lord Rama is believed to have bathed here during his exile. Expect massive crowds managed by the Maharashtra government.
Before entering Andhra Pradesh, the Godavari flows through Telangana. The Telangana government has allocated over ₹1,000 crore for these sites.
The main hub. Sits directly below the famous Sita Ramachandraswamy temple. Best for families and Rama devotees.
Read guide →Known as Dakshina Kashi. Famous for the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple.
Read guide →Gnana Saraswati Temple. Highly significant for children's education (Aksharabhyasam).
Read guide →Kaleshwara Mukteswara Swamy Temple. A major spiritual site in Telangana.
This is where the festival is largest. The Andhra Pradesh government has sanctioned 440 ghats across six districts.
The largest ghat in Rajahmundry. Best for Shiva abhishekam and the main event experience.
Read guide →The official ghat for the main holy dip (Sarvatirtha Snanam). Used by the Chief Minister and VIPs.
Read guide →The best ghat for performing Tarpanam and Pinda Pradanam. Over 200 government-accredited priests.
Read guide →Where the river meets the sea. The best choice for elderly parents and a peaceful, crowd-free dip.
Read guide →New model ghat designed specifically for Pinda Pradanam and ancestral rites with a dedicated 9-metre section.
Read guide →Head to Trimbakeshwar for the origin, or Nashik Ramkund for the main city event. Expect large crowds, similar to Kumbh Mela.
You do not need to travel all the way to Rajahmundry. Head to Bhadrachalam for the grand Rama temple experience. If you want something quieter, try Dharmapuri.
Head to East Godavari in Andhra Pradesh. This is where the Chief Minister bathes and where the largest crowd gathers. The main ghats are Kotilingala and Pushkar Ghat.
Go to Konaseema in Andhra Pradesh. It has 175 ghats, but the crowds are spread out. Antarvedi Ghat is beautiful and calm.