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The Jatprole (Kollapur) Samasthanam 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 that people affectionately called it the “Telangana Mysore.” As early as 1900 A.D., Kollapur had an aerodrome and helipad, reflecting its early modernization under enlightened rulers. 1. Origins and Rise The Samasthan traces its origins to Pillalamarri...

🛕 Gangapuram Chenna Keshava Swamy Temple 1042 AD Chalukya shrine | Mentioned in Skandha Purana | Lord with mustache | Black granite idol | Mahabubnagar, Telangana 🏛️ Gangapuram Chenna Keshava Swamy Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in Gangapuram Village, Jadcherla Mandal, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana . Built in 1042 AD by the Kalyani Chalukya king Sri Trailokya Malla Someswarudu (1042–1063 AD) , the temple is considered one of the most important shrines in South India and is even mentioned in the Skandha Purana . The presiding deity is Sri Chenna Kesava Swamy (a form of Lord Vishnu) along with his consort Sri Lakshmi Devi. The temple is famous for its unique iconography: the Lord sports a mustache , holds the Chakra in his left hand and the Shankha in his right hand (unlike conventional Vishnu idols). The idol is made of black granite with a brass prabhavali. The outer sanctuary has 20 ancient pillars (12 facing the sanc...

🛕 Sri Narayan Swamy Temple (Jainath) Pallava‑era shrine | 6‑ft black stone idol | Jain & Hemadpanthi architecture | Sun rays touch feet on full moon | Adilabad, Telangana 🏛️ Sri Narayan Swamy Temple, also known as Jainath Temple – an ancient temple built by Pallava chiefs , located in Jainath village, Adilabad district, Telangana . The temple is renowned for its Jain style architecture (which gave the village its name) and Hemadpanthi construction features. The main deity is Lord Lakshmi Narayana , depicted as a 6‑foot tall standing idol made of black stone . A unique celestial phenomenon occurs on the full moon day following Dussehra: the rays of the sun fall directly on the feet of the deity. The temple has a stone inscription in Devanagari script with 20 slokas, confirming Pallava patronage. The annual Laxmi Narayana Swamy Bramhotsavam (October–November) attracts thousands of devotees. Open daily 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM . Free entry. ...

🛕 Kurumurthy Temple (Sri Kurumurthy Srinivas Swamy Temple) 1350 AD hill shrine | “Second Tirupati” on seven hills | Cave darshan tradition | Uddala mandapam & unique chappal offering | Jogulamba Gadwal, Telangana 🏔️ Kurumurthy Temple (Sri Kurumurthy Srinivas Swamy Temple) is a historic 14th‑century shrine located on the Kurupathu hills near Ammapuram village, Chinnachintakunta Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal District, Telangana . Built in 1350 AD , the temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Kurumurthy Swami) . Like the original Tirumala, this temple is also situated on a hill that is one amidst seven similar hillocks – earning it the title “Second Tirupati” . Devotees once had to crawl through a cave to have darshan; now a proper temple has been constructed at the same spot. One needs to climb about 200 steps to reach the main shrine, passing by a small Anjaneya temple and the Chennakesava temple along the way. The unique Uddala mandapam h...