Hyderabad: Full Day Guided Tour of Ramappa Temple｜India

Discover the cultural legacy of the Kakatiya Empire at the world heritage site of Ramappa temple. Visit Bhadrakali temple where the left eye of the deity used to be the Kohinoor Diamond and the 1000 pillar temple of Warangal to appreciate Kakatiya’s architecture, progressive social reforms introduced to break the shackles of the caste system, and an efficient administrative system appreciated by Marco Polo.

Ramappa is a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Rudreshwara (Shiva). This World Heritage Site was built in the 13th century during the reign of the Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva. The sandstone structure is a remarkable piece of architecture with its decorated beams and pillars of carved granite. A distinct feature of this temple is the use of lightweight porous bricks or ‘floating bricks’, to reduce the weight of the roof structure.

Bhadrakali temple is one of the oldest temples dedicated to the worship of the mother goddess. In the 14th century, the goddess’s left eye was the Kohinoor Diamond. Built in AD 625, it is located in a picturesque setting on the banks of the Bhadrakali Lake. The temple structure is supported by square pillars, creating a unique architectural style. A highlight of this temple is the sculpture of a fierce lion, the sacred vehicle of the Goddess, facing the sanctum.

The Thousand Pillar Temple is one of the finest specimens of Kakatiya architecture. Constructed in AD 1163 by King Rudra Deva, the temple has three shrines, which are dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and the sun god. The temple has 1000 pillars, each of which is embellished with rich carvings. The highlight of the architecture is that the 1000 pillars are constructed in such a way that none of them obstruct the view of the shrine.

The entire temple resembles the shape of a star and the pillars have intricate carvings of artwork on them. The design of the temple is such that the morning rays of the sun fall directly on the Shiva Lingam.