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Thousand Pillars Temple:
Perched elegantly on the slopes of the hills at
Hanamkonda, the thousand pillars temple is fine
specimen of Kakatiya Architecture and sculpture.
Built by Rudra Deva in 1163 AD in the
Chalunkan style, the star-shaped, triple shrine temple is dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and
Surya. The temple is notable for its richly
carved pillars, preformatted screens and
exquisite icons, specially impressive are the rock cut
elephants and the Nandi.
Warangal Fort:
The Warangal Fort with its impressive and
beautifully carved thoranan arches, and pillars
inside spread over a radius of 19 kms between
Hanamkonda and Warangal, the impregnable fort
was popularly known as the seat of power. The
fort consists of seven towers , with a radius of
8 kms. The main fort has 45 towers, and a temple
of mother earth in the middle of the fort (Swayam
Bhudevi Alayam). A legendary master piece known
as Khush Mahal built by Shittabh Khan (Reign
1504-1512 is situated close to the glorious
Warangal Fort. Even today, the beautifully carved
gateway located within the fort-the famous 'Ekashila'- symbolises the Kakatiya empire
and Warangal like the Charminar does for
Hyderabad.
Ramappa Temple:
The medieval Deccan Ramappa Temple dating
back to 1213 AD, built by the
7th Kakatiya kind
Rudra Senani, is the right choice for
architectural lovers with a panoramic view of
scenic beauty, situated at Palamet village 64
kms away from Warangal, the Temple has several
idols in dancing postures. It documents the glory
and grandeur of the Kakatiya kingdom with rich
intricate culture on walls, pillars and ceilings
brackets and ceiling will captivate
you. The main attraction of this temple is the
floating bricks and a warrior queen.
Ramappa Lake:
Includes Ramappa Temple and boating facility in
Ramappa Lake. The Kakatiya rulers followed the
traditions of constructing a tank adjacent to a
temple. In line with this tradition, the Ramappa
Lake was also constructed near the Ramappa
temple. The lake holds a
great scenic beauty, with its serene
surroundings, giving a mystical air to the
temple.
Khush Mahal:
A mute testimony to a glorious past is the
Khush Mahal, a masterpiece built by Shitabh Khan.
Located close to the Warangal Fort, this magnificent
edifice house idols excavated from
the surrounding areas.
Pakhal Wild Life Sanctuary:
Listen to the call of the wild; around the tranquil man made Pakhal lake,
discover the interesting and exciting
water body with crocodiles and big fish &
variety of birds. You can have a walk around the
lake along the nature trial path. Special
sitting places are being provided for families.
Pakhal Lake:
A trip to Warangal is
not complete without a sojourn at the charming
Pakhal Lake. Moonlit nights on the shores of
this lake are simply heavenly.Situated about 70
kms from
Warangal, this huge manmade lake is enveloped by
forested hills. Set around the lake is Pakhal
Wildlife Sanctuary, spread over an area of 900
sq. km.
Tadvai &
Eturinagaram:
Apart from Pakhal, another worth visiting is
Tadwai sanctuary, which is spread over 800 Sq
kms, and popularly known as Eturinagaram
Sanctuary located about 80 kms from Warangal,
this place with scenic, beauties and has
facilities like guest house and building complex
of general amenities. Nature lovers can go for a
walk along the nature trial or trek along the
Peddagutta.

Bhadrakalli Temple:
Situated at a top of Hillock between and
Warangal it is famous for the stone image of the
goddess with eight-armed with a weapon in each
hand is shown in a sitting posture.
Khazipet Dargha:
Situated at a distance of 2 kms from Kazipet
Railway Station, Dargha which is popularly known
as Kazipet Dargha is the place of visit not
only for the Muslim Community but also for other
religious from all over the country.
Fatima
Church:
Fatima Church at
Fathimanagar in Kazipet is a unique Roman
catholic Church and is famous in Telegana
Region. Many devotees from all over A.P in
thousands visit the church to venerate Mary
Matha and participate in festival celebration in
the month of February every year. Most of the
devotees are under belief that they get lot of
relief and their petitions put forth are
fulfilled.
Kolanupaka:
Kolanupaka 75 kms from Hyderabad and 75 kms from
Warangal is famous for the 2000 years - old Jain
Mahavir Temple. A five feet jade idol of Lord
Mahavira is an added attraction. The Jain temple
is architecturally brilliant and endowed with
beautifully carved statues of Tirthankaras. The
state Archaeological Department runs a museum in
the Someswara temple complex with a wide range
of exhibits relating to temple architecture.
Pembarti:
The Kakatiyas extensively used sheet metal art
to decorate chariots and temples. with the fall
of the Kakatiyas empire the art had a slow
death. But it was revived during the reign of
the Nizams of Hyderabad. Pembarti, located 60 Km
from Warangal, is famous for the sheet metal
art. For the lovers of arts and crafts the town
is worth a visit.
Eturungaram:
About 80 Kms from Warangal, the Eturungaram
Sanctuary along the banks of River Godavari, is
home to the Spotted Deer, Blackbuck, Neelghai,
Sloth Bear, Panther and Tiger. The sylvan
environs of the sanctuary, with forests
interspered with low hills, offer a nice holiday
Cottages maintained by the department of Forests
at Eturunagaram and nearby tadavi provide
comfortable accommodation. The best season to
visit Eturunagram is between October and May.
Cheriyal:
Cheriyal village in Warangal district is home to
the famous Cheriyal scroll paintings. The
paintings in earth colors, depicting
mythological stories, find great popularity as
wall decorations.

Tourism
events
Kakatiya
Festival at Warangal (January)
Warangal
has always been the crucible that blended the
most exclusive of arts. Held in this historic
place, the kakatiya Festival brings the most
distinguished artists from various parts of the
country, in an attempt to celebrate the
glory of the great past.
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