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Caption Padmakshi Temple Telangana.
Caption Padmakshi Temple Telangana.
Caption Padmakshi Temple Telangana.
Religious thoughts and beliefs have been an integral part of life since ancient times among the people of Telangana region. to understand the ancient traditions, culture, devotion etc of the people living here, crafts and architecture are the best means which displays the historical grandeur which is not possible without excursion.
Padmakshi Temple is situated on a hillock in Hanamkonda 8 Kms away from Warangal. Temple is dedicated to Goddess Padmakshi an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi having lotus like eyes. Popularly known as Padmakshi Gutta. Earlier this was a Jain Temple as Jain Tirthankar Parshavnath sculpture with Yaksha and Yakshini sculpted either side on a Rock. A granite stone pillar whose all the four faces display carvings of Jain motifs including the Snack. It was built by Kakatiya rulers in 12th century who later became the devotee of Shiva.
Circumabulatory is through the huge rocks and giving a feel of being in cave, quite devotional and spiritual environment.
There are steps to reach the main sanctum Sanctorum located on hill top and the accessing steps are completely covered with sheets. Nearby is a pond whose importance is seen at the time of Navaratri when the Batukamma a floral festival which is celebrated with great pomp just before Dussera. In a way, it is a festival of flowers on the arrival of autumn and celebrated by women in Telangana. Dedicated to Goddess Gauri known for fertility, love, beauty etc.
This temple is an ancient temple and a centre of faith among the women though devotees are having a significant faith. It’s a major attraction among the devotees history buffs wanderers soulseekers heritage art and architecture lovers. There are many ruined stone structures attracts the attention of tourists. Best time to visit this temple is at the time of this festival when huge heaps of flowers can be seen at the bank of the water pond. Though October to February is the best time to visit Telangana.
