Information on Warangal Fort (Warangal, Telangana) - History & Architecture

Warangal Fort is located in Killa, Mathwada block, Warangal District, Telengana State of South India. It is a lost treasure of Kakatiya Dynasty who ruled the Deccan Province in the 13th Century AD. Currently it won't look like a fort with large walls and cannons. Since, it was attacked by the Khilgi dynasty of North India and what are seen here are the remains of vast man made destruction. Still its large arches and few magnificent structures remain strong enough to withstand in time. This is under the National Monument of India and a great place to visit to see the Kakatiya craftsmanship of this ancient fort. It is an unparalleled architectural retreat. To reach here from northern and central India the Warangal railway station and bus terminus are nearby. Tourist coming from south India has to pass by Hyderabad, It is 150 Km from Hyderabad. The nearest airport is the Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal at Shamshabad in Hyderabad.

Warangal Fort Architecture

Warangal Fort is a master piece of Kakatiya architecture. This was the main fort for Kakatiya Dynasty. The entire structure is built on black granite stones brought from nearby small hills. To depict the kingdom's power many life size tuskers are carved on stones here. There are also small elephant's carvings on the wall linings and small structures. It has the biggest and largest arches made out of single stone. These arches are incredibly great works. Since, you can't imagine how such symmetry was carved out form such a large and huge single granite stone. One has to go here to see those brilliant giant arches. The 1000 pillar temple is the most fascinating structure here, which stands on thousand pillars. The stone carvings are well polished and the designs were mostly of natural elements. There are very good narrations found in this fort, which marks their glory and cultural activities.

Warangal Fort History

Warangal Fort is of great historical importance. The Name Warangal means 'Single Stone'. This fort was initiated by King Ganapathi Deva and the entire fort was completed by her daughter named Rudrama Devi by the end of 13th Century AD. The statue of seated cow named 'Nandhi' in Hindu's auspicious beliefs and elephants depict them as a rich follower of Hindu tradition and culture. There are no exact dates known in the history of Kaktiya Dynasty. This fort was in the attack of Mohammed Khilgi many times. After a year battle this fort was captured by khilgi. Due to long battle, many of its structure were got damaged. There after the Kakatiya Dynasty lost its importance fading with time. The India archeological department has claimed it as national ancient monuments, and this fort is looked after by the archeological department of India. It has the largest collection of Single stone carving sculptors. The designs carved on these structures are really awesome to see. You can't compare this fort with any other in the world.

Warangal Fort Tourism Importance

Warangal Fort is a tourist spot in Telengana State, formerly 'Andhra Pradesh'. It is an incredible fort of architectural marvel on must visit if you are in Hyderabad or planning a fort visit. This fort is very much importance for Historic buffs. This fort is open to public. Telegu is the local language, but Hindi and English are manageable with its local publics. Right time to visit here are from June to February month of a calendar year. There are budget hotels and local markets surrounded here. It is a 5 Km drive from Warangal Bus Terminus and Warangal Railway Station. Locally there are busses and autos rickshaws. Its nearest city junction is the Hyderabad located south of Warangal District.