ISRO scientists seek the blessings of Sri Chengalamma
Parameswara before launching any satellite since Goddess Chengalamma has great
power.
Originally known as Tenkali (Dakshina Kali), the goddess' name was eventually changed to Chengali and then to Chengalamma, her current name. After that, a community developed around this temple, which was given the name Chengali Peta. Sullurpeta became the new name during British rule. The temple faces south.
This temple has 7 tier Rajagopuram.
Once upon a time, that is
about the 10th century in the Nellore district beside Kalangi river, a few cow takers while swimming noticed Goddess idol, immediately they rushed to the village to
inform everyone. Further, villagers reached the place to collect the idol, but to their
surprise, all their efforts in moving the idol went in vain. Next day with all hope
they approached the idol and noticed that the idol is facing south and was
standing straight. Only after performing poojas, they were able to lift the
Idol. Idol was carried to the current place and installed here. 400 years
back, villagers tried to build a door for the temple, at that time Goddess
appeared in their dream and instructed them that she is there to give blessings
to the pilgrims at all times, hence the trials for making doors should be
withdrawn and temple should be opened for 24 hours. Following the Goddess's instructions, the villagers left the temple open for 24 hours. Chengalamma
Thalli and her Idol in the temple face the sea.
The Chola Dynasty, which dominated the area in the 10th century, constructed a small residence in honor of Sri Chengalamma after learning about the goddess who originated in the Kalangi River.
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