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Mallamma Temple
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Pilgrimage
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 400 Mts From Horsley Hills
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 Hour
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
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The Mallamma Temple is in Andhra Pradesh near Horsley Hills. Sri Jaganmatha Mavullamma ammavaru Keeps people safe from evil spirits. People think that Sri Mavullamma ammavaru, also known as Jagannath (the Universal Mother Goddess), is an incarnation of Mahakali, the goddess of power. She is famous as "Mavullamma" because her name means "mango" in the local language. 

According to legend, people of the neighbouring towns revered her as if she were their mother goddess. She is famous as "Mavullamma," which means "mother goddess of my village." The Mallamma temple is one of the best places in Horsley Hills.

What is the history of Mallamma Temple?

The history of Jaganmatha Sri Mavullamma's temple first came to light in 1880 AD. Since then, we have only known the history of the temple. Many think she was buried in Motupalli Vari Street, between two peepal and neem trees. The month of September is a month-long party for worshipers.

The town, as a whole, looks like it’s getting ready for Christmas. A group from the Temple Committee and the neighbourhood Traders Committee also participated.

Storms in 1910 AD did some harm to the Mulavirat (Statue of Mavullamma). Later, great artist and sculptor Sri Grandhi Narasanna's son Sri Grandhi Appa Rao put it back in place. He changed the shape of the Mulavirat (Mavullamma Statue) from a fierce figure to a peaceful one.

Which festivals are the most important at the Temple?

The main festival celebrated at the Mallamma temple is the annual festival for Goddess Mallamma. During the festival, thousands of devotees and tourists visit the temple. Many events are happening in the works, and the temple is being decorated. The town, as a whole, looks like it's getting ready for Christmas. The Devasthanam Committee (Temple Committee) and the neighborhood fruit and vegetable trader's committee honour the arts, theatre, music, and great men from all walks of life.

The temple also celebrates other festivals like Navratri and Diwali. Rituals take place, and the place is decorated very nicely. The temple is a must-visit during the Horsley Hills tour package.

How old is Mallamma Temple?

History talks about the Mallamma Temple from many years ago. There is information on the exact age of the temple, but it is undoubtedly hundreds of years old. The design and the architecture of the temple are beautiful and ancient.

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