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Adilabad Khandala Ghat or Hill Station is located in Khandala Village, Adilabad Rural mandal, Adilabad District of Telangana.  Khandala and Lohara valley is located near Khandala and Lohara villages in Adilabad Rural mandal, Adilabad District of Telangana. Lohara comes under Khandala Gram Panchayat. Once developed, the serene Khandala-Lohara valley with four waterfalls could serve as an ideal getaway. Khandala Ghat, about 20 km from Adilabad, with hills, forests, and valleys has attracted many tourists during the Sankranti festival holidays, including from faraway Hyderabad. The road which leads to Ankoli from Adilabad town goes to Lohara via Vanvat and Pippaldhari. The steep ghat road, locally known as Khandala ghat after the tribal village Khandala, starts at Pippaldhari and gives a glorious view of the spread of the valley below. For nature lovers who find Adilabad’s famous waterfalls a little too crowded, the quiet Khandala-Lohara valley encompassing pristine vegetation could...

Cheriyal (or Cherial) is a town and a municipality in Siddipet district in the state of Telangana in India  an hour’s drive from Hyderabad and about 85 kms from Warangal city is known for its unique scroll paintings and masks created by artists called Nakashis. This art form is unique to the state of Telangana.  The name that the art form is known by today, i.e., Cheriyal, is derived from the town it is currently practised in.The practice of the art form is much more limited than it was previously. Initially, these paintings were known as nakash or naqash, which translates to a drawing or a sketch. Art and tourism often go hand in hand, with art being a popular tourist attraction. The people involved in the creation of these traditional nakash or Cheriyal paintings, are a community known as the Nakashis. Other than this community, there is another important group of individuals associated with this tradition. It is important to note that the actual purpose of these scroll...

Tourism in Telangana has very rich potential with its ancient history, art and culture, evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic era.  Telangana’s rich cultural heritage, history and topography have endowed the state with a variety of tourist destinations, from waterfalls and hills to temples and forts. With affordable travel and stay, a unique albeit delicious blend of South-indian and Nizami cuisines, amusement and adventure parks, hospitality, lakes, historical attractions and medical tourism, Telangana has a little something for every visitor. The State also won four National Tourism Awards in the four categories of Best State (Comprehensive Development of Tourism), Best Golf Course (Hyderabad Gold Club), Best Railway Station (Secunderabad Railway Station) and Best Medical Tourism Facility (Apollo Hospitals) in 2022. Heritage Tourism From its ancient archaeological sites to its magnificent monuments, Telangana offers a fascinating journey through time.Telangan...

A Geographical Indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or reputation that are typical to that origin. Across the world, such select products are recognised and GI tagged. This tag signifies the product’s unique identity and genuineness. The GI tag helps spread awareness and build confidence amongst the buying community GI tag get better prices as the tag is an assured symbol of quality. Pochampally Ikat was the first product from the state to receive the GI tag in 2005. A total of 432 products in India have been granted GI status in India, with Darjeeling Tea being the first product to receive GI status in 2004-05. The registration of a GI is valid for 10 years from the date of issue and can be renewed every 10 years. The Geographical Indications Registry, which is administered by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, is located in Chennai. Pochampalli Ikat  in Yadadri Bhuvana...

Chandlapur is a village in Chinna Koduru mandal, Siddipet district, Telangana State, India. Located at a latitude of 17.72692 and a longitude of 78.00892, is renowned for its rich heritage of producing intricate handlooms, particularly Gollabama Sarees . Weaving has become the primary occupation of many villagers, with these exquisite sarees finding recognition both nationally and internationally. The village boasts a cultural legacy rooted in the traditional art of handloom weaving, preserving ancient techniques and utilizing traditional materials. The primary theme of tourism in Chandlapur is centered around promoting and showcasing its exceptional Handloom Craftsmanship, with a particular focus on Gollabama Sarees. Chandlapur has been recognized as Best Tourism Village 2023 in Bronze category. Chandlapur stands as a living testament to the timeless art of handloom weaving and this enchanting village is a treasure trove of intricate craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Chandlapur...

Mallur Gutta and Fort are located near Mallur village, Mangapet Mandal, Mulugu district in Telangana, India is said to be bigger than Warangal and Golconda forts. A sprawling ancient fort in the region is the massive 8 km-radius fort wall with seven entry points dating back to the Satavahana period. Locally known as Mallur Fort, located 4 km inside the forests near Mallur village of Mangapet mandal, Mulugu district, the fort is on the banks of the river Godavari adjacent to the Eturunagaram-Bhadrachalam highway. “Normally, forts are two to four km in radius. But this fort wall has a radius of about 8 km, much bigger than Warangal and Golconda forts. Mallur Hemachala Lakshmi Narsimha Swamy Temple is the most ancient architectural divine ensemble which is located on the Mallur Ghat in the Mangapeta mandal of Mulugu district. The ancient temple of Lord Lakshminarasimha Swamy was built in a strategic and secluded locale of the hill. The temple is famous for its swayambhu (self...

Nirmal is a city and the district headquarters of Nirmal district in the Indian state of Telangana. It is famed for its toys made out of wood. Nirmal paintings and Nirmal Toys (Wooden Handicrafts) and Nirmal Furniture are named after the town of Nirmal in Telangana. Geographical Indication (GI) tag Nirmal Toys and Crafts and Nirmal Furniture got Geographical Indication (GI) tag   in   2009 Nirmal town in Telangana has always been considered as the gifted land related to art and crafts. The art community of craftsmen in this town are called as ‘Naqash’ and they have made this region, quite famous for the Nirmal paintings. The paintings capture rustic ethos to splendid royal environment, and right from flora to fauna, there are an explicit array of beautiful expressions which are portrayed in myriad colours and attractive forms on Nirmal products. This town is very acclaimed for the Nirmal artistic creations and toys. From the natural ethos to the regal condition, from ve...

Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple is located in Palampet village of Venkatapur Mandal, Mulugu district, Telangana State, India. Ramappa Gudi (Temple) is situated 18° N, 79° E and 612 feet over sea level in a valley surrounded 3 sides by cotton, rice fields and mountain on the other side is a magnificient monument dating back to 1213 AD. It documents the glory and grandeur of the Kakatiya kingdom.  Historians and art enthusiasts regard this temple as the brightest gem of Kakatiya architecture and treasure house of medieval architecture. The main presiding deity of Ramappa temple is Sri Ramalingeswara Swamy and is dedicated to Lord Shiva is a single-shrine temple, amidst picturesque surroundings.  Located at the foothills of a forested area and amidst agricultural fields, close to the shores of the Ramappa Cheruvu, a Kakatiya-built water reservoir, the choice of setting for the edifice followed the ideology and practice sanctioned in dharmic texts that temples are to be cons...

Permbarti or Pembarthi is a village located in Jangoan Mandal, Jangaon district, Telangana State, India is world famous for its intricate and exquisite brass ware craftsmanship.The village has a rich heritage of producing handcrafted brass item, including idols, figurines, utensils, and decorative pieces. As per a recent report by MCRHRDI, population of Pembarthy is 4096 with 1065 households consisting of 2145 male and 2151 females Pembarthi Metal Crafts It is renowned for its intricate and exquisite brassware craftsmanship, which has been a traditional occupation for many villagers. Pembarthi's brassware, including idols, figurines, utensils, and decorative pieces, has earned acclaim both domestically and internationally. The village has a rich cultural heritage of crafting metal objects using traditional methods, and its artisans have passed down their skills through generations.The air resounds with the continous clink and tap of mallets beating out brass sheets into fascinating...