Telugu Festival

Bonalu - Akkanna, Madanna Mahankali Temple

Akkanna, Madanna Mahankali temple in the Bonalu FestivalAkkanna, Madanna Mahankali temple in the Bonalu FestivalThis was built way back in seventeenth century by Shri Akkanna, the Chief Minister, and Madanna, the Commander of Army in the court of Hasan Tanisha of Golkonda.

Goddess Kali was their family Goddess.

They would give their due respects to the goddess on their way to the court. After their passing away, the temple premises were temporarily used as the office of Dewan (a Minister). Later, an officer of the court Mir Anwar Ali took upon himself the task of renovation and bringing back the charm of the temple.

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