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Somasila, located in Kollapur Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, is a serene temple town and an eco-tourism destination situated on the banks of the Krishna River. The Somasila reservoir gives it an island-like feel and is perfect for nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, and pilgrims. History & Inscriptions Somasila is a significant historical and religious site located on the banks of the Krishna River in the Kanduru mandala (modern-day Kollapur Taluk, Nagarkurnool/Mahbubnagar District). It was a prominent center for Saivism, housing the Somanatha (or Somanadha) temple. The site was part of the broader Kanduru-mandala (or Kanduru-desa), a strategic and religious province during the medieval period. Somasila is frequently described as a "shrine on the bank of the Krishna" and served as a location where kings and noblemen performed formal "water-pouring" ceremonies to sanctify land and village grants. Western Chalukya Period Early Endowment (A.D. ...

Complete Guide & Admission 2026 Updated: April 2026 Free Residential Education for Rural Students Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) in Telangana offer a life-changing opportunity for talented rural children: world-class free education, boarding, and holistic development from Class 6 to 12. Managed by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) under the Ministry of Education, these schools are a beacon of equality and excellence. Key highlights: Zero tuition fees · CBSE curriculum · Residential campus · Focus on rural talent · Reservation for girls, SC/ST/OBC · National integration through student migration. History & Vision The JNV system was established in 1986 by Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and envisioned by P. V. Narasimha Rao (then HRD Minister). The first two JNVs opened in Amravati (Maharashtra) and Jajjar (Haryana) in 1985–86. The vision: "Provide high-quality modern education to rural child...

Kodur is called Kodurapura in olden times is located in Nagarkurnool district. Most of Nagarkurnool district, Amangal in Rangareddy district,  Devarakonda, Miryalaguda in Nalgonda district are parts of Kodurapura during Koduru branch of Kandur Chodas rule. Anemarasa ( 1033 - 1054 CE) Ruling Koduru-300 1033 : Kanduru Anemarasa 1048 - 1077 CE: Mahamandalesvara  Sankaragandarasa ruling Vaddavani-500 1046 AD : Bijjarasa 10th April, A.D. 1046 : Kurumiddi, Kalwakurthy  This inscription is on a well called Reddi bavi outside the village. Records the grant of two-thirds share of the agrahara of Kurumiddi in Koduru 300 by maneverggade Kuchimayya, on the occasion of Solar eclipse, while mahamandalesvara Koduru Bijjarasa was ruling, as the subordinate of the Western Chalukya king Trailokyamalla Somesvara-I. The record begins with the usual prasasti of the western chalukyas of Kalyana and gives a lengthy prasasti of Bijjarasa. He was described as udaramahesvaram, Satyayudhishtira, Ri...

Nagarkurnool History dates back to Asmaka Janapada. In olden times used to be part of Vardhamaanapuram current Nandi Vaddeman. According to Mahabharata literature, Maharshi Agastya Maharshi, established a shiva temple named “Agastheeswara Temple” on the banks of river Krishna (traceable to present day Kollapur division of the district) Current Nagarkurnool district is in the southern region of the Indian state of Telangana.The town of Nagarkurnool is the district headquarters. It was part of the Mahbubnagar district (Palamoor) prior to re-organisation of districts in the state. The district shares boundaries with Nalgonda, Rangareddy, Mahabubnagar, Wanaparthy districts and with the state boundary of Andhra Pradesh with Nandyal, Palnadu and Prakasam Districts. 700 BC - 300 BC : Asmaka Janapada c.300 BC - 232 BC : Mauryan Empire (322 BC –185 BC) c. 232 BC - c. 208 AD : Pre-Satavahana and Satavahana Dynasty 208 AD - c. 320 AD : Ikshvakus c. 320 AD - 340 AD :  Pallava Dynast...

Kollapur Plates of Vikramaditya I 7th Century Chalukyan Copper Plate Inscription A.D. 672 17th Regnal Year Location & Provenance Modern District: Nagarkurnool, Telangana Old Region: Kottatta-sima Discovery: Copper Plate Inscription Historical Context Dynasty: Chalukyas of Badami Language: Sanskrit Script: Telugu-Kannada Alphabet Genealogy (Prasasti) The record traces the royal lineage from the great-grandfather Pulakesin I through Kirtivarman I and Pulakesin II. The family belongs to the Manavyasa-gotra and are descendants of Hariti. Pulakesin I (Polikesi) Performed the Asvamedha sacrifice and purified himself with the Avabhritha-snana . Established the Chalukya dynasty's sovereignty. Kirtivarman I The Prithvi-Vallabha Maharaja who conquered Vanavasi and ex...

Vikramaditya I: Amudalapadu Grant Date: 30th April A.D. 660 (Vaisakha Purnima) Dynasty: Western Chalukya Language: Sanskrit Script: Old Telugu-Kannada Vanguruvati vishaya Historical Profile: Amudalapadu 4 Copper Plates Varaha (Boar) Seal Weight: 91.5 Tolas Find-spot near Alampur; Year 5 of Vikramaditya I. Primary Significance: Records the Sivamandaladiksha (Saivite initiation) of the King, performed by Sudarsanacharya . This marks the formal royal patronage of Saivism in the Badami line. The Preceptor's Gift: The village Iparumkal was given as guru-dakshina . The grant was distributed among 27 Brahmanas, including Rudrasivacharya . The Royal Camp & Context While camping at Marrura , King Anivarita-Vikramaditya (Vikramaditya I) restored endowments to gods and Brahmans that had been confiscated dur...

Sri Lalitha Someswara Swamy Temple is a revered Hindu shrine located on the serene banks of the Krishna River at Somasila village, Nagarkurnool District, Telangana State, India. 🏛️ Historical Significance Believed to have been originally constructed in the 7th century, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped here as Sri Lalitha Someswara Swamy. The ancient structure was relocated from the old Somasila village to a higher altitude to protect it from submersion during the construction of the Srisailam Dam. 🌸 Temple Complex Somasila is home to a cluster of 15 ancient temples, all dedicated to Lord Shiva. Each shrine enshrines a Shivalinga, representing various manifestations of the divine. The Shivalinga (Shivling) symbolizes eternity and the creative energy of Lord Shiva. Derived from the words Leen(dissolve) and Gati (grow), the Shivling signifies the cosmic process of dissolution and regeneration. It is believed to represent the infinite cosmic pillar of fire, a form beyon...