About Jogulamba Temple
The Jogulamba Temple stands at Alampur in Jogulamba Gadwal district of Telangana, on the bank of the Tungabhadra river close to where it joins the Krishna. The goddess Jogulamba, also called Yogamba, is a fierce form of Shakti. Alampur is often called Dakshina Kashi, the Varanasi of the south, and the temple shares its riverside setting with the famous Nava Brahma group of Shiva temples.
Jogulamba is counted as the fifth of the eighteen Maha Shakti Peethas named in the hymn attributed to Adi Shankaracharya. Tradition says that the upper teeth of Sati fell here, though accounts differ in other lists. The original temple is said to have been destroyed in the late 14th century during wars in the region; according to local accounts the image of the goddess was protected and kept for centuries in the nearby Bala Brahmeswara temple. A new temple was built for her on the old site and consecrated in 2005. The Nava Brahma temples nearby were built by the Badami Chalukya kings in the 7th and 8th centuries and are protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.
The present Jogulamba temple is a stone shrine in the South Indian style, with a gopuram and a pillared hall leading to the sanctum. The goddess is shown seated, with a lizard, scorpion and skull among the symbols around her, a sign of her fierce nature; devotees believe she grants relief from troubles and protection to the household. Around the temple lie the nine Nava Brahma shrines, with their curving northern-style towers and fine carvings, and a site museum with sculptures from the area.
Jogulamba Temple timings & aarti
Usually open from about 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Times may vary; check locally before visiting.
| Aarti / ritual | Time |
|---|---|
| Morning abhishekam and puja | Early morning (approx.) |
| Evening aarti | Around sunset (approx.) |
Timings change on festivals, eclipses and special days. Please confirm locally before you travel.
How to reach Jogulamba Temple
By air
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, is about 210 km away.
By train
Alampur Road station on the Hyderabad–Kurnool line is about 10 km away; Kurnool City station is about 25 km away.
By road
Alampur is about 25 km from Kurnool and is reached from National Highway 44 via Alampur crossroads (Alampur X Roads). Buses and autos run from Kurnool.
Festivals at Jogulamba Temple
- Sharad Navratri (Dasara)Sep/Oct
- Vasant Panchami festivitiesJan/Feb
- Maha ShivaratriFeb/Mar
Visitor tips
- Dress code
- Traditional and modest clothing is recommended (dhoti or trousers for men, saree or salwar kameez for women).
- Entry
- Free darshan. The Nava Brahma temples are ASI-protected monuments; check locally for any entry formalities.
- Set aside an hour to walk around the Nava Brahma temples beside the shrine.
- Carry water and a hat in summer; the riverside site gets very hot.
- Photography rules can differ between the main shrine and the ASI monuments; follow the signs.
- Kurnool is the most convenient base for food and stay.
Places to visit near Jogulamba Temple
- Nava Brahma TemplesNine early Chalukya Shiva temples, adjacent to the shrine
- Sangameswara TempleEarly Chalukya temple moved here from the river confluence, about 2 km away
- KurnoolCity with the Konda Reddy Fort, about 25 km away
- MantralayamShrine of Sri Raghavendra Swamy, about 120 km away
Frequently asked questions
Is Jogulamba Temple a Shakti Peetha?
Yes. It is counted as the fifth of the eighteen Maha Shakti Peethas, and tradition says the upper teeth of Sati fell here, although other lists differ.
Where is Jogulamba Temple?
It is at Alampur in Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, on the Tungabhadra river about 25 km from Kurnool.
What are the Jogulamba Temple timings?
The temple is usually open from about 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Timings may change on festival days.
Why is Alampur called Dakshina Kashi?
Because of its many ancient temples on the sacred river, Alampur is compared to Varanasi (Kashi) and is called the Kashi of the south.
What is the aarti time at Jogulamba Temple?
Morning abhishekam and puja: Early morning (approx.); Evening aarti: Around sunset (approx.). Times can change on festivals and special days, so please confirm locally before you go.
Is there a dress code at Jogulamba Temple?
Traditional and modest clothing is recommended (dhoti or trousers for men, saree or salwar kameez for women).
How to reach Jogulamba Temple?
By air: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, is about 210 km away. By train: Alampur Road station on the Hyderabad–Kurnool line is about 10 km away; Kurnool City station is about 25 km away. By road: Alampur is about 25 km from Kurnool and is reached from National Highway 44 via Alampur crossroads (Alampur X Roads). Buses and autos run from Kurnool.
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