Astounding Adilabad Attractions:
If you love nature and want to spend your holiday
amidst natural surroundings, Adilabad in Telangana is the perfect
getaway for you. The serenity of the place full of stunning landscapes is sure
to captivate your soul that was seeking a rendezvous with nature. Hundred miles
away from Hyderabad, Adilabad is a famous tourist spot with picturesque
landscapes. You can enjoy nature and if you want to explore and enjoy the
challenges of nature, Adilabad has the best spots to offer including various
trekking spots. Customize your visit to Adilabad depending on the way you
prefer to enjoy nature and do not miss out on the top places to visit in Adilabad.
Adilabad offers tourists a holistic experience with
its historical temples, monuments and breathtaking waterfalls. The highest
waterfalls in Telangana, Kuntala Waterfalls is situated close to the Sahyadri
mountain ranges. Pochera waterfalls is situated in thick forest where river
Godavari descends from a height of 20 m.
Mahatma Gandhi Park
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| Mahatma Gandhi Statue at MG Park |
If you are looking for some place
that is quiet and natural, you could visit Mahatma Gandhi Park. It is a very popular destination where you will
find local people and tourists visiting in great numbers to enjoy the
tranquility. It is a great place for relaxed walking and exercising. This well
maintained park with a pleasant atmosphere makes your day. It is also a perfect place to meditate amidst
the different types of plants and trees.
Basar Saraswathi Temple:
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| Basar Temple |
Basar Saraswathi Temple, situated on Godavari river banks, is the most
important temple in Adilabad. The uniqueness of this temple is that it is one amongst
the two temples dedicated to the Goddess Saraswati – the Hindu goddess of
knowledge, music, arts and sciences. It is
also an ancient temple. It gains further importance as it is believed to be
situated on the land where sage Ved Vyas performed severe penance.
The temple is an old pilgrimage
spot where many pilgrims come to Basara to perform the Akshara abhyasam ceremony
for the children before they start formal school education wherein the children
perform the exercise of letters, and devote books, pens, pencils notebooks to
the goddess of knowledge.
It is situated on the banks of Godavari River, is a
prominent temple in Adilabad and is one among the two temples in India
dedicated to the Goddess Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, arts
and sciences.Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary is situated amidst dense forests, a
perfect setting for wild animals and plants. Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary is a
popular tourist attraction in Adilabad district.
Nirmal Fort
Nirmal
is a prominent town in Adilabad district and the ancient history of the town
boasts of a glorious past due to patronization of arts and culture by ruling
nobility. The region was ruled by Kakatiyas, Chalukyas, The Qutubshahis and
Nizams who have contributed immensely to the growth of cultural heritage.
This legacy of the heritage is seen in the town
where the French established a strong presence by building a magnificent fort,
which stands majestically till date. The French who were reportedly very much
fascinated by scenic beauty of Mother Nature here built the Nirmal fort, which
is also called as the Shamgarh fort. Recently the tourist department has
provided amenities for tourists such as a clean pathway, cafeteria, drinking
water facility and some landscaping works inside the fort.
Dokra Metal Crafts
Dokra
Metal craft is quite popular in the tribal regions of Telangana. Dhokra or
Dokra also known as bell metal craft is a tribal metal craft widely seen in
Jainoor Mandal, Adilabad District of Telangana. In Adilabad district, few
places like Ushegaon and Chittalbori are the main contributors of this art.
Nirmal Arts
Nirmal
town of Adilabad district is known for its varied range of handicrafts. The
amazing skill of the craftsmen make the works appear authentic with their
dazzling use of colors, accompanied with traditional techniques of creating
master pieces. Adding to the authenticity of the Nirmal works is the use of
natural dyes. Nirmal is world famous for oil paintings depicting themes from
the epics such as Ramayana and Mahabharata. Exhibited in the form of wood
paintings and other wooden articles, Nirmal artwork accompanies aesthetic
expressions. The talent of the Nirmal artists in synthesizing Indian and Moghul
schools of art is definitely worthy of admiration.
Kawal wildlife sanctuary
Kawal
Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the important wildlife sanctuaries in Telangana.
The Kawal sanctuary houses various animals and several varieties of flora and
fauna are seen here. If you want to get a glimpse of wild animals in their
natural habitat, then, the Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-see place.
The sanctuary houses several species of animals including Cheetal, Sambar,
Barking Deer, Nilgai, Sloth Bear, Indian Bison, Panther and Tiger. Tourists can
also find reptiles like Crocodile, Python, Monitor Lizard, Star Tortoise and
Cobra, in this wildlife sanctuary. This tourist spot also provides jeep
safaris, and bird watching trips to spot several rare animals in their habitat.
Pranahita wildlife sanctuary
Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most
popular tourist attractions in Adilabad. It is one among the oldest areas
protected in Telangana. Covering an area of 136 sq. km,the
sanctuary was established in the year 1980 and has a variety of species. The
River Pranahita flows here and hence makes natural vegetation possible. The
wild animals found here are tigers,
leopards, sloth bear, and hyenas. The birds found here are ducks,
herons, teals and many more.
Pranahita
is an important dry deciduous type of forest. The Pranahita River, a tributary
of river Godavari flows through this beautiful sanctuary adding a mystic touch
to its exotic beauty. It is a hilly forest area with patches of plateau and
grassland. Situated on the banks of Pranahita, the prehistoric rock formation
of this place makes it more interesting to visit.
This sanctuary is rich in natural vegetation and
different types of plants and trees can be found here including dalbergia
paniculata, pterocarpus marsupium, ficus spp, dalbergia latifolia, dalbergia
sissoo etc. The Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary is a natural habitat for various
types of wild species especially mammals including leopards, rhesus, tigers,
langurs, hyenas, sloth bear, wild dogs, forest cat and many more. The best time
to visit the Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary is between October to March.
Kuntala water falls
The
highest waterfalls in Telangana, Kuntala Waterfalls are
located in the middle of the
mountain ranges of Sahyadri. According to Hindu mythology, the waterfall
acquired its name after Shakuntala,
the wife of King Dushyanta who used to bathe here and it was here that they
fell in love. The 45 meters tall waterfall receives its source from The River
Kadam that flows through thick forests.
Around
261 kms from Hyderabad, is a very beautiful waterfall in the Adilabad district
of Telangana. After reaching Nirmal, you will have to travel a stretch of 10 km
of ghat road which provides you a thrilling experience through dense forest. If
you love long and adventurous rides, this road is a must-try. The place is
hidden from the noisy external world and offers you the best of nature. It is
covered with valleys, dense forest, and chirping birds. After entering the
area, you will have to walk around half a kilometer and you will reach a place
where you find a series of 408 steps down to the waterfalls.
Pochera waterfalls
Pochera waterfalls are situated in the
thickness of the forests. River
Godavari merges with the stream of water and
falls down from a height of 20m. These beautiful waterfalls with spectacular
landscape are a visual treat to the eyes. Since it is surrounded by dense
forests, you will find a variety of plants and trees here.
At
a distance of 37 kms from the famous Nirmal town, you will find this
enthralling waterfall. This beautiful waterfall is the deepest of all the
waterfalls in Telangana. This is also a caution to people who wish to take a
dip in it. The location is very secluded and surrounded by picturesque
locations and scenic environment. The waterfall has great width and height to
make it the deepest in Telangana. The fall is 20 meter high and flows down with
a great force, and the falls are categorized as plunge waterfalls.
Kala Ashram
Kala Ashram is situated in a serene
location. Founded by Shri Ravindra Sharma in the year 1979, the ashram has a wide
range of books that are relevant to rural society. The ashram concentrates on
traditional arts, philosophy, culture, science and technology. The ashram makes
active participation to revive fading art forms like Bhiksha Vruttis.
Sivaram Wildlife
Sanctuary
Yet another sanctuary in Adilabad
that is breathtaking with its scenic beauty is the
Sivaram Wildlife Sanctuary. Established in the year 1987, the 36.29 sq. km of sanctuary
has different types of trees and plants. Situated on Godavari River banks, the
sanctuary has a rich variety of flora and fauna. Some of the animals found here
aretigers, panthers, wild boar,
sloth bear, and python and not to forget
the crocodiles found in the river.
You are sure to love your stay in
Adilabad amidst the enthralling nature with picturesque landscapes and majestic
waterfalls. Tourist
places in Adilabad is heaven for those who love nature and
wild animals. Enjoy the solitude and you are sure to return to this place for
yet another rendezvous with the alluring nature.
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