Introduction
the Castlereagh River
Flow velocity
The gradients of the upper reaches of the Castlereagh River and its tributaries are steep, located in the Warrumbungle Mountains and its foothills. In flood events, velocities can be dangerously high – a speed of 3 metres per second has been recorded at Coonabarabran.
What is the history of Jogulamba temple?
The Jogulamba temple is regarded as a Shakti Peetha where Sati Devi’s upper teeth fell. The mythology of Daksha yagna and Sati’s self immolation is the origin story of Shakti Peethas. The original temple was grounded by Muslim invaders in 1390 CE. The temple was rebuilt after 615 years.
Who destroyed Jogulamba temple?
Bahamani sultans
Old temple of Jogulamba was destroyed by Bahamani sultans in the 14th century. The idols of Jogulamba and her two shaktis Chandi, Mundi were protected from them and placed in Bala brahmeswara swammy temple until 2005. The new temple constructed in the same place and the goddess was relocated.
Which river flows in Jogulamba temple?
Alampur is a sleepy town situated on the banks Tungabhadra River, in the state of Telangana. Alampur is considered as the western gateway of Srisailam. Here the marvelous temple and remains of some ancient temple signify Badami Chalukyan architecture.
In which district of Andhra Pradesh is Alampur situated?
Alampur is 26 km (16 mi) from Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh, and 200 km from Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana. Buses pl frequently stop by, around every 30 minutes from Kurnoo to Alampur. Th journey from Kurnool takes approximately 50 minutes and the ticket costs ¹12 one way.
Why is Jogulamba Temple famous?
Jogulamba temple is regarded as a Shakti Peetha where Sati Devi’s upper teeth fell. The mythology of Daksha yagna and Sati’s self immolation is the origin story of Shakti Peethas. The original temple was reportedly built in seventh century CE. It was grounded by Bahmani Sultans in 1390 CE.
Where are the 18 Shakti Peethas located?
18 Shakti Peethas
Part of the Body Fallen Place Name Of Shakti
Hair Mysore (Karnataka) Chamundeshwari Devi
Upper Teeth Alampur (Telengana) Jogulamba Devi
Neck Srisailam (Andhra Pradesh) Bhramaramba Devi
Left eye Kolhapur (Maharastra) Mahalakshmi Devi
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How many Shakti Peeth are there in India?
The shrines are dedicated to various forms of Adi Shakti. Various Puranas such as Srimad Devi Bhagavatam state the existence of varying number of 52, 64 and 108 Shakti peethas of which 18 are named as Astadasha Maha (major) in medieval Hindu texts.
Which part of the body is Jogulamba Temple?
Jogulamba Temple is one of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas, representing the upper teeth part of Goddess Shakti.
Where are navabrahma temples situated in Telangana?
The correct answer is Alampur, Mahaboobnagar District. Navabrahma temples: Alampur Navabrahma Temples are a group of nine early Chalukyan Hindu temples dated to the 7th century.
Conclusion
The river Krishna
The Mahabubnagar district is situated adjoining to Hyderabad city and its head quarters Mahabubnagar is 100Km. away to the south of Hyderabad city. The river Krishna flows through the District.