Warangal Tourism

A beautiful city with a glorious past, Warangal in Telangana is home to numerous tourist spots, stunning landscapes, and historical monuments. Tourism in Warangal introduces visitors to a culturally rich city blessed by Mother Nature. Travel to Warangal, the former capital of the Kakatiya Kingdom, and experience a destination that offers something for travelers of all ages.

History

Between the 12th and 14th centuries, Warangal served as the capital of the great Kakatiya Kingdom. The Kakatiyas ruled here for around 200 years, leaving behind a rich legacy of forts, monuments, and temples. The name 'Kakatiya' is derived from Goddess Kakati, a form of Durga. Ramappa Temple and the Thousand Pillar Temple stand as silent witnesses to the reign of Ganapati Deva and his patronage of art and culture. The Kakatiya rule ended in 1329 when the Tughlaqs of Delhi defeated them and conquered Warangal.

Economy

Agriculture forms the backbone of Warangal’s economy. The city is also known for trading cotton, rice, tobacco, and red chillies.

Attractions of Warangal

Warangal Fort

This majestic fort dates back to the 13th century and has witnessed several battles. Its three-layered fortified walls made it nearly impregnable. The grand gateway, known as the 'Gateway of Glory', is exquisitely carved from top to bottom and is a must-see attraction.

Thousand Pillar Temple

Constructed in 1163 by Rudra Deva, this Kakatiya-style temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Surya. The star-shaped temple features a thousand intricately carved pillars, along with idols of Nandi bull on granite and decorative elephants.

Jain Temple

This 2,000-year-old temple is the oldest in Warangal. It houses a 5-ft high image of Lord Mahavira, fully carved from jade.

Ramappa Temple

An exceptional example of Kakatiya architecture, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Its roof is constructed with ultra-light bricks that can even float on water, and the walls are adorned with stunning carvings.

Other notable attractions include Bhadra Kali Temple, Kolanupaka, Sri Veeranarayana Temple, Kakatiya Musical Garden, Pakhal Lake, and Kolanupaka Museum.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal period to visit Warangal is during the winter months, from October to March, with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 32°C.

How to Reach

By Air: Hyderabad, 140 km from Warangal, is the nearest airport and is well connected to all major cities in India.

By Rail: Warangal has a major railway station, providing convenient access to key cities across India.

By Road: Warangal is well connected to major South Indian cities via road. APSRTC operates regular bus services from Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Kolanupaka, Karimnagar, Khammam, Bhadrachalam, Bangalore, Mysore, Tirupati, and other major cities.

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