Devarakonda Samsthanam (c.1551 CE -  1948 CE) was a prominent feudal principality in the Deccan region, now part of Telangana, during the medieval and early modern periods. It was a vassal state under larger powers such as the Qutb Shahi dynasty and later the Nizam of Hyderabad. Known for its strategic location and fortified settlements, Devarakonda played a significant role in regional politics, culture, and trade. 1. Origins and Rise Founding:  Established in the late 15th century, emerging from the fragmented regional powers following the decline of the independent rule of the Recherla Nayaks (1360–1475 CE). Strategic Importance: Situated near the Krishna River basin and key trade routes, it…

Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary – Kalaburagi district, Karnataka (near Zaheerabad, Telangana border). First dry land wildlife sanctuary in South India, spread over 134.88 sq.km. Declared a sanctuary in 2011, it spans 134.88 sq.km, making it the first dry land wildlife sanctuary in South India. The sanctuary hosts diverse flora including medicinal herbs, red sandalwood, teak trees, and fauna like Black Buck, Four-horned Antelope, Hyena, Indian Wolf, and over 35 bird species. 134.88 sq.km Dry Land Sanctuary Black Buck & Hyena 35+ Bird Species Red Sandalwood Trekking Trails 134.88 sq.km Area 35+ Bird Species 5 Forest Blocks 8 km Trek Trail ✨ Highlights of Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary Safe haven for Wolves a…

Buddhavanam (“Buddha Forest”) is a 279‑acre Buddhist cultural and spiritual destination situated on the left bank of the Krishna River, near Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, Telangana . It is conceived as an immersive journey through the life of the Buddha, the evolution of Buddhist art, and the rich Buddhist legacy of the Telugu region – once part of the ancient Asmaka country. The park is managed by the Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC) and features a living Buddhist community with monasteries, Vipassana retreats, and international meditation centres. Open year‑round, Buddhavanam combines education, spirituality, and heritage recreation, making it one of South India’s most signif…

Shitab Khan & Kush Mahal – Deccan’s Resilient Ruler & His Legacy Shitab Khan – The Resilient Ruler of Telangana & the Kush Mahal – a 16th‑century Indo‑Islamic audience hall, also known as Shitab Khan Palace / Khush Mahal , located inside the historic Warangal Fort, Telangana. Shitab Khan (c.1480–1517 CE), born as Sitapathi Raju into a Hindu Boya family, rose from a foot soldier in the Bahmani army to an independent ruler who controlled Warangal, Khammam, and Rachakonda. He successfully navigated the treacherous politics between the collapsing Bahmani Sultanate, the rising Qutb Shahis, the powerful Gajapati Kingdom, and the expanding Vijayanagara Empire. The Kush Mahal stands as a …

GI Tagged (2007) | 40–60 Feet Long Narrative Scrolls | Red Background & Local Iconography | Kaki Podagollu Balladeers | D. Vaikuntham & Master Artists | Modern Masks & Single Panels Origin: Cheriyal village, Siddipet district | 500+ year old tradition | Traditional scrolls: up to 60 feet | 50 panels per scroll | Primary colours | Red earth background | Only 3 families remain Cheriyal Scroll Painting is a highly stylised version of Nakashi art , indigenous to the Telangana region. The art form takes its name from the village of Cheriyal in Siddipet district (about an hour’s drive from Hyderabad), which today remains its last surviving outpost. For centuries, these painted scrolls se…