Alvanpalli Jain Temple (Gollathagudi / Gollatha Gullu) – an exceptionally rare brick‑built Jain temple located in Alvanpalli (Gollathagudi) village, Jadcherla Mandal, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana . Dating to the 7th–8th century CE , this is the only surviving brick temple of the Jain faith in India. It is one of only two ancient brick structures remaining in the country – the other being the Gupta‑era Hindu temple at Bhitargaon, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The temple features unique stucco decorations in the lime‑plastic art tradition of the Amaravati school . Unfortunately, it lies in ruins, having been damaged around the 18th century and left exposed to natural calamities. Valuable Jain sculp…

Jagdevpur Varadaraju Swamy Temple – an ancient and historic Vishnu temple located in Varadarajpur village, Jagdevpur Mandal, Siddipet district, Telangana . Built in 1356 CE , the temple is dedicated to Lord Varadaraja Swamy (a form of Vishnu). According to legend, the idol was being brought from Vishnu Kanchi (Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu) to Raygadh when the cart’s axle broke repeatedly – a divine sign that the Lord wished to reside here. The local chieftain obtained permission from the Nawab of Medak by running nearly 1,400 acres with a burning coal bowl on his head – the land granted became the temple’s endowment. Every year on Vyshaka Pournami (full moon in May) , a grand jatra (festival) is he…

Mayuri Nursery, located about 5 kilometers from National Highway 44 at Shankarayapalle, Jadcherla and about 8 kilometers from the Mahbubnagar district headquarters, is fast gearing up to become one of the most sought after tourists spots in the district with world-class amenities like an amphitheatre, swimming pools and a yoga centre. Mayuri Central Nursery, located between Mahbubnagar and Jadcherla highway, is an ideal location for developing the eco-tourism project in the district. As the region lies on the slopes of Bontagattu mountain range, the hilly slopes, valleys and flat mountain tops dotted with trees and a large spread of green forest cover all around provide the perfect venue …

Nandikonda – a small village of immense archaeological significance, located on the banks of the Krishna River in Peddavura Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana . Close to the majestic Nagarjuna Sagar Dam , Nandikonda was once part of the Ikshvaku Dynasty (3rd–4th century CE). The village shot into prominence after large‑scale excavations unearthed scores of ancient Buddhist structures – pillared halls, monasteries, stupas, and a fort with gates, fortifications, water trenches, and even a rectangular stadium. The relics are displayed at the Museum of the Central Archaeological Department on site. The Nagarjuna Sagar project was originally called the Nandikonda Project , and the village is a ke…

Nehru Zoological Park or Hyderabad Zoo is located in Bahadurpura, Hyderabad, Telangana, India was established October 26, 1959. It was declared open to the public on October 6, 1963. The Park extends over 380 acres, abutting the Miralam Tank on the southern side and National Highway No.:7 on the eastern boundary. It is the premier recreation spot in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Nehru Zoological Park has successfully bred several endangered wild animals both indigenous and exotic, like Asiatic Lion, Royal Bengal Tiger(both normal and White), Gaur, Blackbuck, Thamin Deer, Swamp Deer, Sloth Bear, Malayan Sun Bear, Hippopotamus, Jaguar, Painted Stork, White Ibis, Grey Pelcian,…

City Museum is a museum located in Purani Haveli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India situated in the palace. The museum was inaugurated on 11 March 2012 by Nizam`s Jubilee Pavilion Trust chairman, Prince Muffakham Jah, the grandson of the last ruler of Hyderabad state Mir Osman Ali Khan. City Museum is the first of its kind in India, which focuses on the history of the city of Hyderabad, from times beyond its inception to the present day. It presents glimpses of the historical, commercial, cultural and social fabric of the beautiful city that is Hyderabad from its foundation up to the present times. A touch screen multimedia kiosk provides quick information about the origin, popular legends, places…

Sudha Cars Museum located in  Bahadurpura, Hyderabad, Telangana, India  is the first and only handmade Wacky Car museum in the World. It is the brainchild of Mr. K. Sudhakar, a Guinness World Record Holder for making the Largest Tricycle in theWorld. Mr. Sudhakar, got hooked on to this hobby right from his school days. At the age of 14 he first designed a bicycle and the very next year at the age of 15 he made his first "Easy Rider Motorbike". He tried his hands on a four-wheeler when he was studying in Intermediate II year and created a stunning, rugged looking "Dune Buggy". Known for designing cars in the shapes of computer, skating shoe, football, brinjal, car designer K…

Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple – a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located amidst the lush, beautiful Ananthagiri hills in Vikarabad district, Telangana . According to the Skanda Purana , the temple was originally constructed by Rishi Markandeya in the Dwapara Yuga . The present temple structure was built by a Hyderabad Nawab after Lord Anantha Padmanabha Swamy appeared in his dreams. The temple is situated about 75 km from Hyderabad and 5 km from Vikarabad , at an elevation amidst dense forests of the Ananthagiri range. The river Musi , which flows through Hyderabad, is believed to have originated here – blessed by Lord Vishnu to provide holy water to Rishi Markandeya for hi…