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Bhongir Fort

Bhongir Fort

heritage site · Telangana

State
Telangana
Type
Heritage Site

Bhongir (Bhuvanagiri) Fort sits on a single colossal granite rock said to date to the 12th-century Western Chalukya ruler Tribhuvanamalla, from whom the town takes its name. Walls and gateways spiral up the monolith's bare face to a summit with cisterns, magazines and a cannon still gazing over the Telangana plains. It is now also a popular rock-climbing site.

When to go

October to February

Why visit

A fort on one giant rock, an easy hour from Hyderabad — sunrise climbs and endless views.

How to reach

Bhuvanagiri town is 50 km east of Hyderabad on the Warangal highway and rail line; the fort entrance is a short auto ride from the station.

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