Nanakramguda temple

Nanakramguda temple
Nanakramguda temple
Location
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
Location: Hyderabad
Architecture and culture
Primary deity: Ranganatha
Architectural styles: South Indian

Nanakramguda temple or Sri Ranganadha swamy temple is a 400 year old Ranganatha temple located at Nanakramguda, near Manikonda in Hyderabad.[1] It is located at Rangbagh in Nanakramguda, which is ~ 15 km from Mehedipatnam. It is surrounded by various IT companies and upcoming financial companies facilities in the Manikonda Financial district. The temple has serene and calm atmosphere.

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History

The temple was built around 1600 A.D. The temple and its surrounding lands were purchased by Seth Shivalal Pitti in the year 1861. It was a part of the private property of the Pitti family till 1954. Now it is under a trust belonging to the Pitti family.

The Temple

At the entrance of the temple, a big wooden door and a flag-mast with brass covering. The main deity Shree Ranganadha swamy, is in relaxing position and is carved from a single black stone. One can see incarnations of Dasavataram i.e. 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu depicted nearby.

The annual Brahmotsavam is celebrated and festivity statues are taken around in various chariots.

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