Rich Heritage Of Mahabubnagar District Of Telangana State

TRADITIONAL BEAUTY OF MAHABUBNAGAR

Mahabubnagar district of Telangana is well known for its rich heritage, reflected by the cultural imprint of several dynastic rules and chieftains in the region since many centuries. Of these, Alampur and Gadwal are main attractions in the district. The heritage site of Alampur in Mahabubnagar district of Telangana is home to the Navabrahma temples and famous Jogulamba Temple in one temple complex. These are believed to be built during the 7th – 8th Centuries A.D. and a total of nine temples were built on the banks of the river Tungabhadra where Lord Shiva manifests in 9 different forms. 

Jogulamba Temple - Mahabubnagar district

Jogulamba Temple, which is considered one of the 18 Shaktipeetam’s attracts thousands of visitors each day. Alampur is considered historically as an important centre of the Chalukyas. Alampur is also the site where the historical Sangameshwara temple was relocated after its submergence by the backwaters of Srisailam dam. Alampur temple is also home to the famous Site Museum, that houses rare artefacts and other items dating back to several centuries. Alampur, is located approximately 220 km from Hyderabad and easily accessible through Hyderabad-Bangalore highway. Alampur road is the nearest railway station located at a distance of nearly 9 km. Haritha Hotel Alampur is the place to rest for tourists visiting the Navabramha temples in Alampur. Located close to the Tungabhadra River, the hotel offers quality accommodation and food services.

Gadwal is a famous place among these and was called ‘Vidvadgadwala’ historically. Mahabubnagar district in Telangana is also referred to as territorial district, because it had many territorial rulers than any other place in the state. The then ruler and strongman of Gadwal called Peda Soma Bhupaludu (Somanadri) constructed this fort during 17th Century. To this day, the huge walls used for construction of the fort and the moats make Gadwal Fort really strong and impregnable.

Chennakesava Swamy Temple - Gadwal fort

Today after three centuries, it remains intact. The fort precincts are home to deity Sri Chennakesava Swamy Temple, Sri Ramalayam, Sri Venugopala Swamy temple, and a water body. The ruler Pedda Soma Bhupala had defeated the Nawab of Kurnool then and brought a 32-feet long Cannon as a symbol of victory, which is the biggest in India and is still seen in the fort. The government has taken many steps to restore the heritage of Gadwal fort. It is located near Gadwal town, between Hyderabad and Kurnool at a distance of 16 km from Erravelli Junction on Bangalore-Hyderabad NH 7. Haritha hotel here caters to tourists visiting the Gadwal fort which is well furnished with A/C Suite Rooms and Non-A/C Rooms.

Gadwal and Alampur are located close by and these destinations can be covered in a single day, by tourists arriving from Hyderabad.

Telangana Tourism Facilitated Boating Amenities In Lakhnavaram Lake

LAKNAVARAM LAKE BOATING

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Lakhnavaram lake is located in Govindaraopet mandal, about 80km from Warangal district of Telangana state of India.

Planning for resuscitating holiday trip? Planning to enjoy the beauty in nature and Want to spend time in an island? And, planning to enjoy beauty in nature around? Lakhnavaram Lake in Warangal district will give you what you are looking for.

Lakhnavaram Lake is one of the beautiful tourist destinations in Telangana. The tourism department of Telangana government has facilitated provision of amenities to ensure tourists visit the spot to enjoy their holiday.

The lake is noted for boating facilities provided by tourism department. A trip on a cruise will give memorable experience. While on board visitors can enjoy the beauty of the crystal clear water mass and cool breeze, and can watch the beauty of the greenery on the hillocks and forest around. You will get the feel of creative imagination of Nature mother.

There are small islands in the lake. A suspension bridge is built to connect three islands. The bridge does not have pillars, save the one at the tow ends of the bridge. Walking on this bridge is a fun for children as well as adults alike.

The boats that ply are built such that it can accommodate a large number of visitors without causing any trouble to the boarding passengers. If you are planning to visit Lakhnavaram as part of your forthcoming itinerary, make sure you go for boating. Going together with your near and dear will help you strengthen bond among you all.

Ideal time to visit

July to January is time when you should visit this lake site. Make sure there is enough rainfall so that the lake has plenty of water to give you the pleasure.

How to reach

Lakhnavaram is located approximately 70 km from Warangal city and 210 km away from Hyderabad. From Warangal, the lake can be reached on road from there. Warangal is well connected to Hyderabad, and can be reached either road or rail.

Mosque Have Been Made From Soil Sourced From Mecca - Mecca Masjid Hyderabad

MECCA MASJID 

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The Mecca Masjid is the oldest mosque in Hyderabad and is situated near Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace and Laad Bazaar.

The construction of Mecca Masjid was started by Sultan Mohammed Qutub Shah, but was completed after 77 years by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1694. A listed heritage building in the city of Hyderabad, Mecca Masjid is a remarkable structure built in granite with beautiful interiors.

The aura and sanctity that one gets to feel near Mecca Masjid Hyderabad is simply incomparable. Founded by Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth ruler of Qutub Shahi dynasty, it is one of the biggest and the oldest mosques in South India.

 It is said that he himself laid the foundation stone and the bricks used to construct the central arch of the mosque have been made from soil sourced from Mecca. This is the reason behind the mosque getting its name as Mecca Masjid.

It has the capacity to accommodate 10,000 worshippers to offer prayers at a time. About 8000 workers were involved in the construction of this mosque that draws hundreds of tourists from all across the globe, not just for its historical or religious importance but also for its spectacular beauty.

A few common sights at this sacred place include feeding of pigeons considered to be a virtue in the Muslim community and devotees sitting by the side of an artificial pond installed in the mosque.

 As per a legend, whoever sits on the two stones and slab benches beside the pond always comes back to sit on them again.

Verses from Quran have been carved on the arches and the doors. Various aspects of Mecca Masjid represent the style of Qutub Shahi dynasty.

The cornices along with the floral motifs that have been carved around the complete mosque are one such example.

 One can see the similarity of design on the arches here at the masjid and those at the Golconda Fort and Charminar.

The beauty of the fascinating architecture of Mecca Masjid has been accentuated by the Belgian crystal chandeliers which adorn the mosque ceilings.

There is also a room in the courtyard where relics and artifact from the ancient times have been kept. Inside the mosque, belonging to the Asif jahi Dynasty, there lie five passageways and tombs as well.

Not only this, this place is also attracts people because of its peaceful atmosphere. Visitors can spend some time in calm and spiritual environment amid the structural beauty from the past.

Women must mandatorily have dupatta / shawl to get entry into the premises. Women cannot wear skin-tight pants or leggings into the mosque, so wear something loose-fitted.

By Air

Hyderabad Airport is about 8 km away from the city center and is accessible with various transportation facilities. You can get direct and in-direct flights to various destinations from this airport. International flights connect this city with Middle East countries. National and international airlines provide regular services.

By Train

This city consists of three main junctions. Hyderabad Railway Station, Secunderabad Railway Station and Kachiguda Railway Station are the three important points to board trains for different locations. You can get trains to different location including Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Delhi, Thiruananthapuram and Pune. It is also considered as one of the convenient ways regarding how to reach Hyderabad.

By Bus

The state roadways bus service scene is fairly efficient. Both state roadways and privately owned buses ply to all the important places within the state and to neighbours in the region. There are services to even Mumbai and Nagpur in Maharashtra. Private bus services run air-conditioned video coaches but they need not deliver all they promise.

10 DISTRICTS OF TELANGANA

TELANGANA

The name "Telangana" refers to the word Trilinga desa, earned due to the presence of three ancient Shive Temples at Kaleshwaram, Srisailam, and Darksharamam. a more historical reasoning is that during the reign of Nizams, the region was known as Telugu Angana to differentiate it from the areas where Marathi was spoken. the indian Government refused to entertain a request that Hyderabad would seek a separate status and operation polo was initiated to annex Hyderabad state. the kannada and Marathi speaking areas of Hyderabad state was then merged with Karnataka and Maharashtra respectively while Telugu speaking region of Teleganan was merged with Andra state with Hyderabad as the capital of united Andra pradesh state in 1956. although there was resentment against the merger, there was a period of calm. after the promises made to respect the rights of Telangana were not fulfilled, a separate Telangana agitation was launched in 1969. following subsequent Gentlman's agreement ad again a period of broken promises and injustice, Telangana movement was given a final push by Shri.K.Chandrasekhar Rao in 2001 with the formation of TRS. Finally due to the whole hearted efforts of Telangana society and political parties, the government of India agreed fro creation of a separate Telangana state in july,2013 and Telangana came into effect on June 2, 2014 as Telangana state the 29th state of indian union

DISTRICTS OF TELANGANA

1. Adilabad
2. Hyderabad
3. Karimnagar
4. Khammam
5. Mahabubnagar
6. Medak
7. Nalgonda
8. Nizamabad
9. Rangareddy
10. Warangal