Balkampet Yellamma Temple
| Balkampet Yellamma temple | |
|---|---|
 Balkampet Yellamma temple | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Hyderabad |
| Location | |
| Location | Balkampet, Hyderabad |
| State | Telangana |
| Country | India |
| Architecture | |
| Type | South Indian |
| Creator | Kothapally Goud's Family |
The Balkampet Yellamma Temple is a Hindu temple located at Balkampet in Hyderabad in the Indian state of Telangana.[1] It is dedicated to Yellamma, one of the names of Renuka, a Hindu mother goddess.
History
[edit]The temple is believed to date to the 15th century. The statue is partially submerged, giving rise to the nickname Jala Durga, jala which means water in Sanskrit.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Iyer, Lalita (7 April 2018). "Jala Durga at Balkampet fulfills all your desires". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
External links
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