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Bhadrakali Temple Warangal, Telangana

Bhadrakali Temple Warangal

The Bhadrakali Temple is an ancient shrine dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, located atop a hillock between Hanamkonda and Warangal, adjacent to the scenic Bhadrakali Lake in Telangana.

“भद्रकाली के दरबार में झुकने से पहले घमंड स्वयं गिर जाता है।”

― Bhadrakali Temple Warangal

It is one of the oldest temples devoted to the Mother Goddess in the region.

Mythological Significance & History

The temple was originally built around 625 CE by Chalukya King Pulakeshin II to commemorate his victory over the Vengi region.
Later, the Kakatiya dynasty regarded Goddess Bhadrakali as their kula-devatha (family deity) and enhanced the site by constructing the adjoining lake.
The temple fell into neglect after invasions but was revived in the 1950s by devotees like Sri Ganapathi Sastri and other locals. Renovations continued into the early 2000s, adding new structures like the Alaya Shikaram and Maha Mantapam, plus inscriptions and a Chandi Yantra.
Intriguingly, local legend links the temple with the Koh-i-Noor diamond, originally embedded in the goddess’s left eye, later taken by invaders.

Significance of the Temple

The main idol is a 2.7 × 2.7 m stone figure of Bhadrakali, seated with eight arms carrying weapons, exuding serenity amid ferocity.
Facing the sanctum, a powerful lion statue—the goddess’s vehicle—symbolizes strength and protection.
The temple draws large crowds during festivals like Navaratri, Bathukamma, and Shakambari Utsavam, celebrated with vibrant rituals and performances. A recent viral phenomenon showed the idol apparently blinking during Abhishekam, deeply affecting devotees.

Architecture of the Temple

A blend of Chalukya, Dravidian, and Nagara styles, the temple showcases stone craftsmanship through its pillars, sanctum, and carved elements.

It includes sacred features like the Dhwajasthambam (flagstaff), Balipeetham, and the thoughtful design of the lake for ritual immersion and ecological harmony

How to Reach to Temple

By Road: The temple is about 5 km from Warangal Railway Station, easily accessible via autos or cabs; similar distance from Hanamkonda Bus Station.

By Train: Warangal or Kazipet stations are the nearest railheads (~5 km away).

By Air: The closest airport is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, about 145–230 km away, depending on the route. International Airport, Hyderabad (~80 km).

Temple Timings

  • Morning Temple Opening & Closing Timing

    5:30 AM – 1:00 PM

  • Evening Temple Opening & Closing Timing

    3:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Temple Location

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