WARANGAL FORT
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Warangal Fort, situated 12kms from Hanamkonda in the city of Warangal. It was
constructed in the 13th century during the Kakatiya dynasty. Positioned on a
hill rock, Ekashila, the fort appears to be spread in three layers of
fortifications that ensured the safety of the fort.
Warangal Fort is one of the architectural wonders of the times of yore period. Sited in south-east of Warangal city, the massive structure was built in the 13th century by rulers of the Kakatiya dynasty.
Warangal Fort is one of the architectural wonders of the times of yore period. Sited in south-east of Warangal city, the massive structure was built in the 13th century by rulers of the Kakatiya dynasty.
The highlights of the fort are the imposing gateways and graceful
towers, each 50 feet tall. These massive gateways known as ‘Keerti Torans’, at
the entrance are a fine example of South Indian style of architecture. The
remarkable feature of the main gateway is that it comprises of four beautifully
carved pillars, which have been cut out of a single rock.
The Warangal Fort is adorned with impressive arches, delicate sculptures, pillars and towers. The remains of the fort also comprise of stone works, patterns and design portraying lions and swans.
The Warangal Fort is adorned with impressive arches, delicate sculptures, pillars and towers. The remains of the fort also comprise of stone works, patterns and design portraying lions and swans.
The walls of the Warangal Fort are soaring high and are made of
huge granite blocks. Inside the frontiers of the walls are steps ascending to a
trail that runs along the summit of the fort.
The Warangal Fort is adorned with a temple named Swayambhuva in its centre which had been erected by the Qutub Shahi Kings. The temple was dedicated to Mother Earth and is renowned for its intricate sculptures. There is another temple inside the fort which was dedicated to Lord Shiva.
At present the Warangal Fort is in ruins and many tourists come to this grand old fort for sightseeing. The remains of the fort have so much to offer to people with interest in architecture.
The Warangal Fort is adorned with a temple named Swayambhuva in its centre which had been erected by the Qutub Shahi Kings. The temple was dedicated to Mother Earth and is renowned for its intricate sculptures. There is another temple inside the fort which was dedicated to Lord Shiva.
At present the Warangal Fort is in ruins and many tourists come to this grand old fort for sightseeing. The remains of the fort have so much to offer to people with interest in architecture.
Warangal Fort is today
very popular for its architectural brilliance, which is above and beyond its
history. The pride of Kakatiya dynasty, it had two fortifications, with the
inner one consisting of four stone gateways.
The remnants of the
fort present a valuable insight of the past civilization. The wreckage
comprises of intricate sculpturea, stone works, motifs and designs - depicting
animals like lions and swans.
Within the Warangal Fort, you can see remains of
the temples that had been erected by the early Qutub Shahi kings. It has many
possessions that are worth-seeing. In short and snappy terms, visit the fort
and explore this standing testimony of its glorious past.
By Air
The nearest airport to Warangal is at Hyderabad which is at a
distance of aroung 130km from here. It is best to hire a taxi from the airport to Warangal as
it takes the least time and is quite comfortable. It will take around 3hrs to
cover the distance.
By Train
Warangal has its own railway stations that connects it to almost
all parts of India. The station lies on Delhi-chennai main line which has many
important trains running on it and all have a halt at Warangal.
By Bus
Warangal has good network of roads that connect it to all the
important cities of Andhra Pradesh. Hyderabad is the closest major city to
Warangal. There are regular government buses plying between the two cities.
There are private buses as well.
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