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The Palvancha Samsthanam The Fortress of the Aswa Raos | 1324 CE – 1948 CE (Palwancha / Paloncha) 📜 800 sq mi | 🏰 Six Sub-Taluqas | 💰 Annual Tribute: ₹45,875 | ⚔️ 2,000 Cavalry & 3,000 Infantry The Palvancha Samsthanam (also known as Palwancha or Paloncha) was a prominent zamindari in the Raichur Doab region, present-day Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. Founded in 1324 CE by Annappa Aswarao under a perpetual sunnud from the Emperor of Delhi, it controlled a rich valley of roughly 800 square miles . Renowned for its weapon manufactories (matchlocks, jinjalls, spears) and strategic mountain passes, the Samsthanam remained a semi-autonomous estate under the Kakatiyas, the Delhi Sultanate, and later the Nizam of Hyderabad, until its integration into the Indian Union. The family’s hereditary title “Aswa Rao” (Horse King) was conferred by Kakatiya Pratapa Rudra and symbolized their legendary cavalry skills. ...

🌿 Parnasala – Where Ramayana Comes Alive Sita’s abduction site | Dandakaranya forest | 32 km from Bhadrachalam, Telangana 📜 Parnasala – a remote village in Dummugudem mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana , situated 32 km from the temple town of Bhadrachalam. Accessible by road and boat, this site holds immense significance in the Ramayana. It is believed to be the place where Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spent a part of their 14‑year exile in the Dandakaranya forest. Here, the evil king Ravana abducted Goddess Sita. The village features beautifully sculpted panels depicting the key events: Rama’s rock throne ( Rathi Simhasanam ), Sita Vaagu (the stream where Sita bathed), the golden deer episode, and the footprints on Radhagutta . Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM (closed Fridays). A must‑visit for devotees, history lovers, and families exploring the Ramayana circuit. 📖 Ramayana site (Sita abdu...

🏕️ Perantalapalli Tribal Village Cloud‑laced hill range | Confluence of Sabari & Godavari | Sri Krishna Munivaatam 🌄 Perantalapalli – a serene tribal village nestled in the Velairpadu mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh (earlier part of Khammam district, Telangana, before the transfer of 7 mandals to AP). Known as the “cloud‑laced hill range,” this picturesque hamlet lies on the route to Papikondalu (Papi Hills) from Kunavaram. The village offers breathtaking views of the confluence of the Sabari River and the Godavari River , as well as the iconic Papi Hills and Munivaatam Falls. At its heart is the Sri Krishna Munivaatam , a sacred mantapam constructed in 1927 by Balananda Swamiji, housing a Shiva idol under a serpent shade. Maintained by the Konda Reddy tribal community, this peaceful spot demands silence, purity, and respect for nature. ☁️ Cloud‑laced hills 🏞️ Confluence view ...

🌿 Papikondalu (Papi Hills) Silence whispers through the Eastern Ghats | Godavari’s breathtaking gorge | Tribal paradise 🏞️ Papikondalu (Papi Hills) – a stunning range of hills in the Eastern Ghats, through which the River Godavari twists and turns in a series of meandering loops. Spread across Bhadradri Kothagudem (Telangana), East Godavari, and West Godavari (Andhra Pradesh) , this pristine destination offers tranquil boat cruises, dense tropical forests, vibrant birdlife, and a glimpse into the lives of indigenous Koya and Konda Reddi tribes. The name “Papikondalu” translates to “sinuous hills” – a perfect description of the landscape. Accessible by river from Bhadrachalam (Telangana) or Rajahmundry (AP), Papikondalu is a must‑visit for nature lovers, photographers, and peace seekers. 🚣 Godavari Cruise 🏞️ Eastern Ghats 🐘 Wildlife Sanctuary 🏕️ Bamboo Huts Stay ...