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FESTIVALS · ANDHRA PRADESH · FEBRUARY

Andhra Pradesh festivals in February.

3 festivals this month — dates, locations, and travel tips.

Lepakshi Brahmotsavam (Maha Shivaratri)

Lepakshi

10-day annual Masi Brahmotsavam at the 16th-century Veerabhadra temple, climaxing with the spectacular car festival (Rathotsavam) where the deity's chariot is drawn through Lepakshi streets. Attracts thousands to this Vijayanagara architectural masterpiece.

February–March (Maha Shivaratri, Feb 15–16 typically)

Maha Shivaratri

Amaravati

One of the major festivals at Amareswara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, drawing thousands of pilgrims to this Pancharama Kshetra on the Krishna River. Commemorates the cosmic dance and meditation of Lord Shiva.

February (Maha Shivaratri)

Shivratri Tribal Dance Mela

Maredumilli

Annual tribal dance festival organized at this Eastern Ghats eco-tourism site where indigenous communities of the Maredumilli forest region celebrate with traditional Mela performances. Showcases tribal biodiversity and cultural heritage alongside forest conservation efforts.

February (Maha Shivaratri)

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