Hidden Gems: Unveiling the Ancient Temples of Telangana

Telangana, the South Indian state bifurcated from the erstwhile Andhra Pradesh, is now home to the most popular tourist destinations frequented by global travellers. Many temples in Telangana dating back many centuries receive universal admiration for their splendid architecture and the prowess of artisans reflected in the intricately designed sculptures and figurines.

As one of the oldest Kali temples in India, the Bhadrakali temple at Hanamkonda is widely recognized. Yedagirigutta temple in Telangana, located beautifully in a hillock, is famous among the devotees of Lord Narasimha, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu in the ferocious form.

Located on the banks of the Godavari River, Bhadrachalam temple is yet another famous shrine of Telangana, with the presiding deity as Seetha Ramachandra Swamy. One of the famous temples celebrates Vaikunta Ekadasi in grand style. Thousand Pillars temple in Hanamkonda is a must-be-visited visited temple in Telangana. The star-shaped temple built during the 11th century Kakatiya Dynasty attracts everyone with the thousand pillars and three main shrines for the Gods Shiva, Vishnu, and Surya. Do not miss to include in your lists Ramappa temple, the epitome of Kakatiyan architecture, called after the head sculptor instrumental in completing the temple construction. The grand architecture is an eternal testimony reflecting the skills of artisans from the 12th century.

It is an opportunity for spiritual introspection and also a chance to appreciate the exquisite artistry and historical narratives all fusing together to shape the cultural identity of Telangana. So, visiting these temples takes one deep into the very heart of timeless spiritual and cultural India.