Quick Facts
- Capital: Hyderabad
- Largest City: Hyderabad
- Official Language: Telugu (Urdu widely spoken)
- Formation: 2 June 2014
- Nicknames: “Land of Nizams”
- Borders: Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka
- UNESCO Sites: Ramappa Temple
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History & Heritage
Telangana has a rich history shaped by the Satavahanas, Kakatiyas, and the Nizams of Hyderabad. It officially became India’s 29th state in 2014.
- Kakatiya Dynasty: Known for temples and forts.
- Nizami Influence: Charminar and Golconda.
- Modern Era: IT and biotech hub.
Geography & Climate
Telangana features Deccan Plateau landscapes with rivers, hills, and semi-arid climate.
- Rivers: Godavari, Krishna.
- Climate: Hot summers, mild winters, monsoon rains.
Top Places to Visit (Handpicked)
- Hyderabad: Charminar, Golconda Fort, Ramoji Film City.
- Warangal: Ramappa Temple, Thousand Pillar Temple.
- Nagarjuna Sagar: Dam and Buddhist sites.
- Nizamabad: Dichpally Ramalayam.
- Bhadrachalam: Sri Rama temple.
- Basara: Gnana Saraswati Temple.
- Khammam: Fort and nature escapes.
Monuments & Heritage
- Charminar: Iconic structure of Hyderabad.
- Golconda Fort: Medieval citadel.
- Ramappa Temple: UNESCO World Heritage site.
Festivals of Telangana
- Bonalu: Goddess Mahakali festival.
- Bathukamma: Floral festival.
- Sankranti: Kite flying and feasts.
Cuisine – What to Eat
Telangana cuisine is spicy with rich Nizami flavors and local dishes.
- Staples: Jowar roti, spicy curries.
- Specials: Hyderabadi biryani, haleem, sarva pindi.
Arts, Handicrafts & Culture
- Pochampally Ikat weaving.
- Bidri metal craft.
- Deccani painting and dance forms like Perini.
Adventure & Wildlife
- Trekking at Ananthagiri Hills.
- Wildlife at Kawal & Eturunagaram sanctuaries.
- Boating at Hussain Sagar.
How to Reach
- By Air: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Hyderabad).
- By Rail: Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Warangal stations.
- By Road: Well-connected highways and RTC services.
Best Time to Visit
October to March is ideal for exploring.
Sample Itineraries
4 Days – Hyderabad & Surrounds
- Day 1: Charminar, Mecca Masjid.
- Day 2: Golconda Fort, Qutb Shahi Tombs.
- Day 3: Ramoji Film City.
- Day 4: Hussain Sagar & shopping.
5 Days – Warangal & Temples
- Day 1: Hyderabad → Warangal.
- Day 2: Ramappa Temple, Thousand Pillar Temple.
- Day 3: Explore fort and lakes.
- Day 4: Basara Temple.
- Day 5: Return to Hyderabad.
Famous Personalities
- K. Chandrashekar Rao: First Chief Minister of Telangana.
- Sania Mirza: Tennis champion.
- Ram Charan: Film actor.