6 Oldest Forts In Andhra Pradesh

Warangal Fort

Warangal is to the north east of Hyderabad, 150 kilometers from it. The two cities are linked by road and rail.Warangal Fort is in southern Warangal.Warangal Fort, now in ruins, was once an impregnable fort in the state. Close to the Ekashila hill rock, there are different layers spreading out. The building of Warangal Fort began in 1199 AD at the instructions of the Kakatiyan king Ganapati Deva and his daughter, Rani Rudrama Devi supervised the process till its completion in 1261 AD.

The remnants of the fort that are present in the city provide some useful insights of the past civilization that used to occupy these lands.Warangal Fort is reputed for its architectural magnificence besides its history. The remnants of the fort comprise imposing gateways and tall, elegant towers, each almost 50 feet tall.The special feature distinguishing the four enormous pillars of the gateway is that they have been cut from a single rock. Three protective layers ensure the protection of what was once the inner precincts and center of power.Part of the ruins consist of delicate sculpture and stone work, motifs and designs delineating animals like lions and swans

Location: Warangal Fort

How to Reach: 3 Km Distance from Warangal railway station to Warangal Fort