Jogulamba Devi Temple

Jogulamba Devi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Jogulamba, a form of Shakti, located in Alampur, Telangana. It is one of the eighteen Maha Shakta Pithas, considered among the most significant shrines in Shaktism. The temple complex sits on the banks of the Tungabhadra River near its confluence with the Krishna River. Originally built in the seventh century CE by the Badami Chalukyas, the temple was destroyed in 1390 CE and rebuilt in 2005.

Visitors can expect a spiritual pilgrimage experience at this ancient Shakti Peetha. The temple features traditional South Indian architecture with the goddess depicted in a fierce form. The temple is located within a complex that includes the Navabrahma Temples, a group of nine Shiva temples from the seventh and eighth centuries. The setting is serene, situated near the confluence of the Tungabhadra and Krishna rivers.

The original temple was built in the seventh century CE by the Badami Chalukyas. It was destroyed by the Muslim Bahmani Sultans in 1390 CE. The main idol was shifted to the nearby Bala Brahma temple for safekeeping. Vijayanagara Emperor Harihara Raya II fortified the temple complex to prevent further attacks. The temple was rebuilt at its original location in 2005, and the original murti was reinstalled.

Jogulamba Temple is one of the eighteen Maha Shakta Pithas, where it is believed that Sati Devi's upper teeth fell. The goddess is known as 'Gruha Chandi' and 'Mother of Yogis'. The temple is considered the western gateway to Srisailam and is also known as Dakshina Kailasam due to its location at the confluence of two sacred rivers.