World heritage Ramappa temple & Kohinoor diamond tour from Hyderabad by car
Description
Step into the fascinating journey of the legendary Kohinoor Diamond as this immersive tour traces its origins from Warangal to the British Crown, while uncovering the rich cultural legacy of the Kakatiya Empire. Explore the UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple, known for its exquisite craftsmanship and engineering, and visit the historic Bhadrakali Temple, where local lore connects the Kohinoor to the deity’s left eye. Continue to the iconic Thousand Pillar Temple to admire Kakatiya architecture, while learning about their progressive social reforms that challenged caste hierarchies and their efficient governance admired by Marco Polo. This experience is curated by Five Senses Tours, a Ministry of Tourism-recognized operator and member of Indian Association of Tour Operators. Designed with responsible travel at its core, the tour supports local livelihoods by engaging regional guides and businesses, ensuring tourism benefits local communities.
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This magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Rudreshwara (Shiva) and 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 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. It is this deity of the goddess which had the Kohinoor diamond as it left eye in the 14th century. 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 a unique style statement in architecture. A highlight of this temple is the sculpture of a fierce lion, the sacred vehicle of the Goddess, facing the sanctum.
Our final destination in the tour of Warangal is the Thousand Pillar Temple, one of the finest specimens of Kakatiya architecture. Constructed in the 1163 AD 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 .
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Pick up from all hotels in Hyderabad city
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
We had an enjoyable trip to Ramappa temple, the 1000 pillar temple and Badrakali temple with a knowledgeable guide. She explained the history of the temples and the Kakatheya empire. The tour had a comfortable SUV and the driver was good at navigating traffic. Overall a very enjoyable trip, I recommend it to anyone who is interested in learning about history of the region.
My teenage son and I had a great day. It is a long car trip, but our guide, Sashi, and the driver made sure everything was taken care of. Their flexibility and attention really made the trip feel customized to us. Ramappa Temple is a fantastic blend of engineering and craftsmanship. At the temple we met an additional expert guide who showed us all of the details and explained the meaning behind them. One thing I wish I had known was that since shoes must be removed when visiting active temples, sandals or other easy-off shoes are ideal.
The trip to visit the three temples, with Ramappa being the highlight, was outstanding. Such an immersing experience and absoulutely worth it. Sainath is a fantastic guide and so knowledgeable. He really took his time to explain details and guide around the temples. The food was also excellent.
PhD Sathish was very professional and knowledgeable about Indian history. He was great detail to induce rich Indian history. We had great trip.
Amazing tour, the experience was very enjoyable. I really liked the ancient temples and the explanations given by the guide.
The guide, Srinu, was very knowledgeable, the temples very fascinating, and lunch was delicious as well. My only marks against the tour are: 1) The fact it's a 4 hour trip each way, which wasn't clear from the info here. Knowing that ahead of time would have been nice to be able to plan accordingly. 2) After getting back to Hyderabad we went to a shop with an *extremely* pushy owner who wouldn't accept no for an answer and just kept pestering me to buy very expensive things. Having to tell a guy no over and over again for 30 minutes is not my idea of fun and really took away from the experience.
Again another great history tour from our guide (Srinu).learned another interesting history about the India's hyderabad region. Showed us the cuisine of the area. Again if you like history of other countries this is the way to go.
It is ancient Hindu Temple, full of artistic carving of the life of God, King and his protectors. A carving storytelling temple
I had an absolutely fantastic experience on this tour! As a solo female traveler, I couldn’t have felt more comfortable or well taken care of on this tour. The guide Sainath was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing not only detailed historical facts but also captivating stories that made the history come alive. Our driver Veera was equally impressive – he drove smoothly and safely, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing ride for all of us. On top of that, he was extremely courteous and attentive to my needs. The food was another highlight, offering an authentic taste of local cuisine that was both delicious and satisfying. This tour is highly recommended, especially with Sainath and Veera leading the way. Their passion and professionalism made it an unforgettable adventure!
The visit to this temple was worth the travel time of 4 hours one way. It was the most beautiful, esthetically pleasing temple so far and the amazing mason work most impressive. A highlight of my trip to India! 😎😊👍🙏
