Ancient Capital of the Gona Chiefs & Centre of the Vaddavani-500 Division (Kandurnadu) Bijinepally Mandal, Nagarkurnool District, Telangana | Vaddemana-500 | Seat of Gona, Malyala & Choda Dynasties Nandi Vaddeman (formerly known as Vardhamaanapuram ) is a village in Bijinepally mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It was the historic capital of the Gona (Kona) dynasty – the authors of the first Telugu Ramayana ( Ranganatha Ramayanam ) – as well as a seat of the Vardhamanapura Cholas (Chodas) and the Malyala chiefs . The region formed part of Vaddavani-500 (or Vaddemana-500), a major subdivision of the ancient Kandurnadu (Kandur-1100). Today, the village preserves remarkable 12th–13th…

1336 CE – 1646 CE | Hindu Bulwark of the South | Golden Age of Art and Literature Over 300 Years of Rule | Sangama, Saluva, Tuluva, Aravidu Dynasties | Hampi UNESCO The Vijayanagara Empire (1336 CE – 1646 CE) was a preeminent South Indian empire founded in 1336 AD by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama dynasty. Its capital was the magnificent city of Vijayanagar (modern-day Hampi, Karnataka). The empire was established as a Hindu bulwark against the advancing Delhi Sultanate and later the Deccan Sultanates. The official languages were Sanskrit, Kannada, and Telugu , reflecting its multi-lingual and cosmopolitan nature. Hinduism was the state religion, and the empire was renowned for its…

Kakatiya Generals ( c.1300 - 1323 CE), Musunuri (1326 - 1360 CE), Independent (1360 - 1475 CE) Rachakonda and Devarakonda Kingdoms | Bahmani – Gajapati Frontier The Recherla Nayaks (c. 1326 – 1475 CE) emerged as the most powerful warrior lineage of post‑Kakatiya Telangana. Originally serving as senāpatis (generals) to the Kakatiyas (996–1323 CE) and later as feudatories of the Musunuri confederacy, they forged two independent kingdoms: Rachakonda (northern Telangana) and Devarakonda (southern Telangana). Their rule bridged the collapse of the Kakatiya empire and the rise of the Bahmani, Vijayanagara, and Gajapati powers, leaving a lasting legacy of fortresses, irrigation tanks, and Telugu …

Surabi Dynasty (c. 1527 CE – 1948 CE) The Samasthan of Jatprole, also known as Jataprolu or Kollapur Samasthanam (c.1527 CE - 1948 CE), was one of the most ancient and historic estates in the erstwhile Hyderabad State. Located in the present-day Nagarkurnool district of Telangana, the Samasthan covered several square miles and was among the most prominent feudal estates under the Nizams. Its capital was Kollapur town, which grew into a flourishing administrative and cultural center. Kollapur lies amidst the scenic Nallamala forest on the banks of the River Krishna and has long been famous for its mango orchards, broad roads, and lush green plantations. The region was so beautifully planned th…

🏞️ Sri Lalitha Someswara Swamy Temple – a revered Hindu shrine located on the serene banks of the Krishna River at Somasila village, Nagarkurnool District, Telangana . The original temple is believed to have been constructed in the 7th century and was relocated to a higher altitude to protect it from submersion during the construction of the Srisailam Dam . The complex houses a cluster of 15 ancient Shiva temples , each enshrining a Shivalinga representing various manifestations of the divine. Surrounded by lush greenery and the tranquil backwaters of the Krishna, the site offers both spiritual solace and scenic beauty. Haritha Hotel (Telangana Tourism) provides comfortable accom…