The temple dedicated to Virabhadra Swamy.The tradition reveals that Kora-Meesala Virabhadra Swamy the Lord with the mustache is known to have been installed by Kedara Pandita during the period of the Kakatiyas.
Shrine’s History
Kothakonda is a beautiful village surrounded on all the sides by picturesque hills. It is known for the famous temple dedicated to Sri Veerabhadra Swamy. This place is just 5Km away from the famous Mulkanoor village known all over the country for its cooperative movement. Former Prime Minister Mr P.V Narasimha Rao headed this cooperative society in his initial days. The hillrock adjoining the village has ruins of the big fort with huge gateways bearing beautiful architecture resembling that of the Kakatiyas. There are five ponds on the top of the spacious hill.Of these, two are reported to contain water even under severe drought conditions. The temple of Veerabhadra Swamy is at the foot of this hill.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Kothakonda village is situated at a distance of 35kms from Huzurabad and 75Kms from Karimnagar & Warangal.
By Rail
The nearest railway junction is Kazipet.
By Air
Kothakondas nearest airport is Warangal Airport situated at 33.2 KM distance. Few more airports around Kothakonda are as follows. Warangal Airport 33.2 KM. Ramagundam Airport 74.4 KM.
Shrine Timings
4.30 AM to 8.00 PM
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
The three-day Kothakonda Jatara celebrated in January every year attracts thousands of pilgrims all over the Telangana region.Shivaratri
