Telangana · 4 destinations & hidden spots
Situated at the confluence of the Tungabhadra and Krishna rivers, Alampur is known as Dakshina Kashi. It boasts nine 7th-century sandstone temples (Navabrahma) built by the Badami Chalukyas, alongside the 5th Shakti Peetha of Goddess Jogulamba.
Pillalamarri is a legendary banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) over 800 years old whose original main trunk is no longer discernible among thousands of hanging prop roots spreading across four acres.
Constructed in the 17th century by Raja Pedda Soma Bhupal, Gadwal Fort is enclosed by massive granite ramparts. Inside sits the Chennakesava Swamy temple with a sculpted 50-foot gopuram and a massive 32-foot bronze cannon.
A rugged medieval military outpost perched on a steep boulder hill, Koilkonda was the western frontier stronghold of the Golconda Sultanate. A trekking trail leads past seven gateways to the citadel, overlooking Koilsagar Dam.
