Two big
sculptures of Lord Anjaneya swamy are located at Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy
Temple; Kondagattu village belongs to Mallial (or Malliyal) mandal comes under Jagtial
district in the Indian state of Telangana.
It is
situated at a distance of 2 kms from Kondagattu Bus Stand, 14 kms from Jagtial
Bus Station, 35 kms from Karimnagar and 178 kms from state capital city Hyderabad.
The
Panchmukha Anjaneya and Hanuman Veera idols are attractive colorful and very
big in size that develop devotion in the heart of Lord Hanuman devotees.
Panchamukha Anjaneya idol is situated above the shrine which resembles like a
tomb on the temple. Stairs have been provided to help visitors go up to view
the statue from close quarters.
This is one
of the most famous temples in Telangana located in the lap of beautiful hills,
breathtaking valleys and refreshing water springs the hamlet Kondagattu is
blessed by nature with scenic surroundings. The temple has a breathtaking view
surrounded by caves, Rayuni fort and bojja potana on its north that offers a
pleasant holiday spot.
According to
folklore, the temple was constructed by a cowherd about 300 years ago. The cowherd,
after losing one of his buffalo, came to this hilly area while searching for
it. He soon fell into deep sleep after a tiresome search. It is believed that
Lord Anjaneya Swamy appeared in his dream and told him the whereabouts of the
lost buffalo. When cattle graze woke up to start searching in the instructed
direction, he found an enlightening idol of Anjaneya Swamy. He then built a
small temple for Lord Anjaneya at current location.
Devotees
believe that people who do not have children, when offer puja for 40
days at this temple, then they will be blessed with a child.
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