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Nalgonda
District lies in the heart of the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Predominantly an agricultural economy with the fertile land
watered by numerous rivers including the mighty
Krishna
, this area is one where you can get a glimpse of the
traditional lifestyle of people, which hasn't changed much
over the years. This is also a place where incredible
man-made wonders leave an everlasting impact with their
superb construction and unmatched expertise that has gone
into their building. Well-known from here too, are the
renowned Pochampalli Sarees, Bhongir Cloth, Chendur brass
artifacts and plaster of Paris articles.
Bhongir Fort
: Located 51
Kms from
Hyderabad
. This fort sits upon a single rock formation on a hilltop.
More than 500 feet high and spread over an area of 40 acres,
the fort was considered practically impregnable by invading
armies. Built in the 12th century by western Chalukya ruler
Tribhuvanamalla Vikramaditya it has a unique egg-shaped
construction with two entry points protected by huge rocks.
A moat that encircles the fort, a vast underground chamber,
trap doors, an armoury, stables, ponds, wells etc., make for
fascinating viewing. The view from top ofthe surrounding
countryside is simply breathtaking.
Yadgirigutta
: The Sri
Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy
temple
of
Yadgirigutta
siuated majestically atop the Raigiri hill is a favorite
pilgrim ·centre. According to a legend a prince by the name
Yadava, a devout follower of Lord Vishnu craved for his
darshan. To attain this, he did penance on this hill and the
Lord granted him darshan. Yadav pleaded that the Lord live
here permanently on the hill, thus the hill got its name
Yadgiri.
The sanctum
sanctorum is nestled inside a cave
formed under a huge rock. Iris said that the Lord
fulfills all wishes and even incurable diseases get cured if
the devotees worship the Lord here for forty days with
unflinching faith.
Phanigiri
: Located 35
Kms from Suryapet. Excavations
have unearthed extensive Buddhist remains of the 1st &
2nd century A.D. Over 25 Chaitya halls, Stupas, Viharas with
thick brick walls can be seen here. Sculptured limestone
speak of a vividly expressive art.A
temple
of
Sri Rama
is also situated here.
Mettapalli
: Located 31
Kms from Huzurnagar & 60 Kms from Nalgonda. The
temple
of
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy
, a famous pilgrimage is situated here on the banks of river
Krishna
. Major celebrations take place during the Vykunta Ekadasi
in January & Kalyana Mahotsvam in May.
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