Warangal
is situated about 140 km from Hyderabad and is well connected by road and
train. Warangal was the capital of the glorious ancient Kakatiya dynasty.
The creative genius in the field of architecture, literature, and
engineering still hold their brilliance in the form of ruins that lie in
striking solemnity.
Sightseeing at Warangal
Warangal Fort : Warangal fort is 12-km from Hanamakonda, which dates
back to the 13th century.
Bhadra Kali Temple : Situated on a hilltop between Hanamkonda and
Warangal, it is noted for its stone image of the Goddess Kali.
Thousand Pillar Temple : This temple is a fine specimen of Kakatiya
architecture and sculpture. Rudra Deva built it in 1163 AD in the style of
Chalukyan temples, star shaped and triple shrined
Kolanupaka : Kolanupaka, 80-km from Hyderabad, is situated between
Hyderabad and Warangal. This was the second capital town of Kalyani
Chalukyas during the 11th century AD. During this period the village was a
religious centre of Jains, and ranks among other great Jain centers in the
south.
Jain Temple : The 2,000-year-old Jain temple of Mahaveer is a famous
place of worship for Jains in the country. The temple is embellished with
beautiful images of Thirthankaras. The 5ft high image of Mahavira is
entirely carved of Jade.
Sri Veeranarayana Temple : The temple is constructed in the
Chalukyan style around 1104 AD.
Pakhal Lake : A manmade lake completed in 1213 AD by the Kakatiya
king, Ganapathidev, by harnessing a small tributary of the Krishna River. It
is located 50-km from Warangal and spreads over an area of 30-sq-km.
Ramappa Temple : Also know as Ramalingeswara temple, this is
situated in Palampet village, which is 70-km form Warangal This is a
beautiful monument dates back to 1213 AD. It depicts the glory and richness
of the Kakatiya kingdom.
Kolanupaka Museum : Kolanupaka came into prominence when it was made
the alternate capital of the Kalyani Chalukyas in the 11th century AD. The
State Department of Archaeology and Museums established a sculptural
gallery, which displays exquisite artifacts from the various historical
monuments in Kolanupaka.
Best Season to Visit : September to February
Reaching Warrangal
Air : The nearest Airport is Hyderabad (140-km) connected by Indian
Airlines flights to all the major cities of India.
Rail : Warangal is well connected to all the important cities in
India by rail.
Road : Regular bus services are available (APSRTC) from Hyderabad,
Yadagirigutta, Vijayawada, Armur, Kolanupaka, Jangaon, Kodad, Karimnagar,
Nizamabad, Adilabad, Suryapet, Palampet, Jagtial, Khammam, Bhadrachalam,
Basara, Bangalore, Mysore and Tirupati.
STD/ISD Codes
If dialing from India -------08712 (number)
If dialing from abroad -------+91-8712 (number)
Shopping in Warrangal
Pick a few hand-woven durries from Warangal, Andhra Pradesh - they come in
the brightest of colours.
Warangal
