Shri Renuka Yallamma Devi Temple

Location

• Place: Yallamma Wadi
• Village: Kokatnur
• Taluk: Athani
• District: Belagavi
• State: Karnataka

Religious Significance

This sacred shrine is dedicated to Shri Renuka Devi, revered as the mother of Lord Parashuram, who is the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Despite its modest size, the temple holds immense spiritual importance in the region.

Annual Festival

• Month: December
• Event: Grand Jatra (Religious Fair)
• Attendance: Lakhs of devotees
• Devotees from:
  • South Maharashtra
  • North Karnataka

Visitor Information

• Best time to visit: December during the annual Jatra
• Accessibility: Open throughout the year
• Religious importance: Associated with Lord Parashuram’s mother
• Regional significance: Major pilgrimage center for two states