The 200 years old Chitragupta Swamy Temple in Hyderabad is dedicated to Lord Chitragupta, the ‘kula devatha' of Kayasths.
Those who do not know, Chitragupta is the chief accountant and aide of Yama, the God of Death according to Hindu religion.
The original idols in the temple are still intact; however, some of the procession idols made out of panchloha (iron of five kinds) were stolen some time back.
People in large numbers visit the temple hoping to clear their doshas (rough translation: wrongdoings).
Also known as Chitragupta Mahadeva Devalayam locally, Chitragupta temple in Hyderabad is surely worth a visit because of its uniqueness and the amazing history, more of which can be heard from the local priests anytime during your visit.
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