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The magnificent temple of the thousand pillars at Hanamkonda  is one of the most important parts of the Warangal City. The temple was constructed in the 1162 - 1163 AD by the great  Prataparudradeva I/  Rudradeva and the deity is Rudreshwara Swamy, a personification of Lord Shiva. The temple has an old and long history and dates back to the Chalukyan era. Constructed in the 1163 AD by Rudra Deva, Thousand Pillar Temple in Hanamkonda is one of the finest specimens of Kakatiya architecture and sculp- ture. The temple depicts the typical Chalukyan style of architecture. While the gopuram (tower) was tragically knocked down by vandal invaders, the main structure itself has managed to survive the test of time. The pillars of the temple in particular are known for their detail, design, and resplen- dent polish. The temple base is a star shaped with three shrines devoted to Rudradeva (Siva), Vasude- va (Vishnu) and Surya (Sun). Siva’s shrine faces east and other shrines face...

Pandava Caves or Pandava Guttalu or Pandavaula Gutta is situated in Thirumalagiri village, Regonda Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Telangana, India. This is where the Pandavas spent their life in exile for a certain period of time. A chain of hillocks running north-south direction located about 50 kms from Warangal, 195 kms from Hyderabad, on Warangal-Mahadevpoor road and 3kms from Regonda are familliarly known as Pandava Guhalu (Caves) or Pandava Guttalu (Hills). The name is derived due to potrayl of the story of Pandavas of Mahabharatha on one of the boulders. The shelters are locally knowns as Mekkabanda, Mugessabanda, Pandi Parvatha, Shakthi Parvatham, Jyothi Parvatham, Puli Parvatham abd Yanadula Guha, Eduru Pandavulu, Kuntidevi, Pancha Pandavlu etc. It is an unique Rock Art Site with continous human occupation right from prehistoric to Medieval times. There are a few natural paintings on these rocks, depicting the lifestyle and their hunting methods.  The figures depicted...

Bheemuni Paadam Waterfalls is situated in Seethanagaram Village, GUDUR Mandal, Mahabubabad in Telangana State, INDIA. At a distance of 10 km from Gudur Bus Stand, 55 km from Warangal, 88 km from Khammam Bus Station and 200 km from Hyderabad, hidden inside a dense forest, is a picturesque waterfall known as Bheemuni Paadam (Bheema’s step) The Bheemuni Padam waterfall came into limelight recently when determined tourists began making their way to it. At the Bheemuni Padam, water falls from a hillock from about 20 feet in a semi-circular enclosure. Apart from the sound of falling water, it is quiet all around. It has has not been conclusively established where the water comes from. Even when the flow is less, it is used to irrigate local fields. Visitors say the waterfall has lot of scope if facilities are provided and the tourism department markets the place. Lack of security is a concern since the area can get lonely. This place is so beautiful. It is ideal for family picnics. When sun...

Mylaram Caves (Nallaguttalu) situated in Mylaram village, Ghanpur Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Telangana discovered recently by is located 200 k.m from Hyderabad is a new jewel in Telangana Tourism, ideal spot for trekking and adventure. In an important discovery, archaeologists have stumbled upon a treasure trove of ancient stalagmites and stalactites formations at Mylaram caves, 50 km from Warangal. Located in the north-south direction, the Mylaram guttalu are a new addition to the rich legacy of Telangana. These caves, numbering at least 10, are similar to Belum and Borra caves. They indeed have the potential to be developed as a mini tourist circuit as there are many caves, rock art sites, temples and lakes within a radius of 10 km. Sharing his views on the findings, State archaeological consultant S S Rangacharyulu said, “The caves are located inside the hillocks. One has to climb and enter the caves through a very narrow passage and climb down at least 20 feet to reach th...

Bhadrakali Temple at Hanamkonda is significant Devi temple located on the hilltop between the twin cities of Hanamkonda and Warangal in Telangana. The temple is held in high esteem by devotees of the of Goddess Bhadrakali popularly called the ‘Grant Mother Goddess’. Remarkable feature of the temple is the square shaped stone image of the Goddess (2.7 X 2.7 meters). In the image goddess is seen in a sitting posture with fierce looking eyes and face. The Goddess can also be seen wearing a crown and having eight hands holding various weapons. The Kohinoor diamond is believed to be originally installed as one of the eyes of the goddess by the Kakatiya kings. High point of Bhadrakali Temple is an artificial lake of 2 ½ kms radius in the vicinity of the temple. Number of natural rock formations in the surroundings add to the spiritual charm of the temple and are the most dominant feature of the temple. Some of the unique shaped rocks are said to carry immense spiritual powers. The struct...

Ramappa Lake is situated near NH 163  in Palampet village of Venkatapur Mandal, Mulugu district,  Telangana, India.   237 k.m. from Hyderabad 70 k.m. from Warangal 1 k.m from Ramappa Temple Ramappa Lake is a magnificient example of irrigation work of Kakatiya Rulers constructed in 13- Century A.D. during Ganapathi Deva’s time. Its water is spread over an area of more than 82 Sq.Kms with lush greenery all around. The lake is over looked by beautiful hill ranges in the background providing a spectacular view especially at Sunset time. It is an excellent place for van bojanalu (picnic) and one can simply come here and relax under the shade of sprawling trees or walk around appreciating the beauty of nature or have a fascinating boat ride. There are excellent huts, eight in number and a good restaurant cum dining hall around Ramappa Lake but these are lying unused because of lack of proper maintenance. A tourism Rest House is also there near the Lake, wh...

The Floating Marvel of Telangana - UNESCO World Heritage Site (2021) Location: Palampet Village, Venkatapur Mandal, Mulugu District, Telangana, India Coordinates: 18° N, 79° E | Elevation: 612 ft above sea level Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple, Nestled in the tranquil village of Palampet, surrounded by lush paddy and cotton fields with forested hills on one side and the serene Ramappa Lake on the other, the Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple stands as an enduring symbol of the artistic, cultural, and engineering genius of the Kakatiya Dynasty. Built in 1213 AD, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and locally known as Ramappa Gudi. Historians describe it as “the brightest gem of Kakatiya architecture” — an epitome of medieval Deccan artistry, devotion, and craftsmanship. The Ramappa Temple is not merely a monument — it is a symphony in stone, where art, devotion, and engineering converge. Its sculpted dancers still echo with rhythm, its floating bricks defy time, and its sett...

Telangana is the 29 the State of India formed on 2nd June 2014. Capital    : Hyderabad Language   : Telugu, Urdu Districts  : 33  Animal     : Deer (Jinka) Sport      : Kabaddi Loksabha   : 17 seats Rajyasabha : 17 seats Bird       : Indian Roller or Blue jay (Palapitta) Area       : 1,14,840 sq. km (44,340 sq. mi) Population : 3.52 crore or 3,52,86,757  (2011) Tree       : Shami Tree or Prosopis Cineraria (Jammi chettu) Flower     : Tangedu Flowers or Tanner’s Cassia or  Senna Auriculata Song       : Jaya Jaya he Telangana Highest Peak : Doligutta, Khammam (965m)         

Telangana Statistics Capital City Hyderabad Area 114,840 Sq. Kms. Districts 10 Revenue Divisions 42 Towns (as per Census, 2011) 158 Municipal Corporations 6 Municipalities 38 Nagara Panchayaths 25  Zilla Praja Parishads  9 Mandal Praja Parishads 443 Gram Panchayaths 8778 Revenue Mandals 464 Revenue Villages  10,761 Inhabited Villages  10,128 Un-inhabited Villages 633 Households 83.58 Lakhs Household size 4 Population 351.94 Lakhs Male 177.04 Lakhs Female 174.90 Lakhs Sex Ratio (Female per 1000 Males)  988 Ratio Density of Population  307 per Sq. Km Decadal Growth Rate (2001-2011)  13.58 Rate Rural Population  215.85 Lakhs Rural Population Male 107.97 Lakhs Rural Population Female 107.88 Lakhs Rural Population Sex Ratio (Female per 1000 Males) 999 Ratio Rural to Total Population 61.33 % Urban Population  136.09 Lakhs Urban Population Male 69.07 Lakhs Urban Population Female 67.02 Lakhs Urban Population Sex ...