Bhadrakali Temple & Lake
భద్రకాళి దేవాలయం
An ancient goddess temple between a hill and a lake in the city. It is dedicated to Bhadrakali, the goddess who holds eight weapons, and attracts many worshippers.
The Bhadrakali Temple stands on a small hill between Warangal and Hanamkonda. Tradition dates it to the 7th century Chalukya dynasty, and the Kakatiya dynasty later expanded it. Most of the surviving structures were rebuilt in the 20th century. The main deity is a seated stone statue of Bhadrakali with eight arms holding weapons, and she is one of the most revered deities in the region. Crowds are especially large on Fridays and during the Navaratri festival. The temple sits beside Bhadrakali Lake, and a walkway and park (Bhadrakali Bund) were built along the lake embankment in recent years, making it a pleasant place for an evening stroll at sunset. Entry is free. Remove your shoes before entering the shrine and dress modestly.
Opening hours
05:30–13:00, 15:00–20:30
Nearby sights
- Kakatiya Musical Garden
- Thousand Pillar Temple
- Padmakshi Temple
- Warangal Fort & Kakatiya Kala Thoranam
- Pakhal Lake
- Ramappa Temple
- Laknavaram Lake