Temples
Sri Sampath Vinayagar Temple
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 05:30–12:30 · Mon–Sun 16:00–21:00
- Entry fee
- Free
- Best time to visit
- Year-round; weekday
- From RK Beach
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 12 min by car
Hours and fees change often — please verify before visiting. Details last checked Oct 18, 2026.
About
Small but much-loved Ganesha temple where people pray before journeys, exams and big purchases.
The Sri Sampath Vinayagar Temple in Asilmetta is a compact Ganesha temple with an outsized following. People of all backgrounds stop here before journeys, exams, job interviews and buying new vehicles.
The temple’s style reflects its Tamil roots, and it is especially crowded on Vinayaka Chavithi.
Expect queues on weekend mornings; weekday afternoons are quieter.
Highlights
- Popular Ganesha shrine
- Vehicle blessings
- Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations
Things to do
- Get a new vehicle blessed
- Visit on Vinayaka Chavithi
Safety notes
- Busy main road outside — take care crossing.
Facilities
- ParkingNot available
- ToiletsNot available
- Food stallsAvailable
- Wheelchair accessNot available
How to reach
- Bus: Buses to Asilmetta / Sampath Vinayagar stop.
- Auto: Autos from anywhere in the city.
- Cab / car: Roadside parking is limited.
- Train: Visakhapatnam Junction is about 3 km away.
Asilmetta, Visakhapatnam 530003
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Sri Sampath Vinayagar Temple Vizag from across the road Sampath Vinayagar temple
