July 6 Holiday: IT Minister Sridhar Babu unveiled the poster for the 2025 Telangana Information Technology Association (TITA) Bonalu. The IT Bonalu Jatara will take place on July 6 this year, blending Telangana traditions with modern elements. Participants will march in a procession from Shilpakala Vedika to Chinna Peddamma Temple.
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Best Places to Visit During Bonalu in Hyderabad:
1. Golconda Fort: The festival traditionally begins at the Jagadamba Temple within the Golconda Fort.
2. Ujjaini Mahakali Temple (Secunderabad): This is a major center for Bonalu celebrations, especially on the second Sunday.
3. Balkampet Yellamma Temple (Balkampet): Another key location for the second Sunday festivities, dedicated to Goddess Yellamma.
4. Lal Darwaza Mahankali Temple (Old City): This temple in the Old City is a major spot for the third Sunday celebrations.
5. Akkanna Madanna Temple (Haribowli, Old City): Another significant temple in the Old City where Bonalu is celebrated with much fervor.
6. Muthyalamma Temple (Shah Ali Banda, Old City): This temple is also one of the popular places to visit during the Bonalu celebrations in the Old City.
Other Temples to Visit:
1. Pochamma and Katta Maisamma temple near Chilkalguda: This temple is one of the oldest and very prominent temples in secunderabad area. This is also one of the important temples for Bonalu celebrations.
2. Matheswari temple of Lal Darwaza: Another notable temple in the Old City during the festival.
3. Temples in Gowlipura, Uppuguda, and Aliabad: These areas in the Old City also participate in the Bonalu festivities. These temples in the old city are one of the oldest temples in Hyderabad. These temples bring a rich heritage and vibrant culture to Hyderabad.
4. Gunfoundry Muthyalamma Temple: This temple celebrates Bonalu with a long-standing tradition, hosting a two-day festival that includes Thotela and Ghatam processions, Rangam, Kallu Ghatam, and Gavurangam.
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