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Medak is a town that is located in the Medak District of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The place is located 100 km to the north of. The place is situated around 1442 feet above sea level. It is an old town and the rocky nature of the terrain forms a natural citadel. It is a historic place and was once known as Sidapuram. The place was a part of the Kakatiya Dynasty and it reached its peak during this period. The town was built on a small hillock and was a natural fort. The entrance of the fort has a symbol of a bird that dates back to the period of the Kakatiya. The architecture of the fort is excellent and it is in the style of the Kakatiyas. There are three main entrances to the fort and they are known as the Lions Gate, Prathana Dwaram and the Gaja Dwaram. The Gaja Dwaram has two sculptures of elephants. The fort is home to a 17th century cannon and it has a trident that can be seen etched on its face. There is a cathedral that is located in Medak and it was built after the World War I. The church is a feat of architecture. Medak experiences tropical weather and the conditions are hot for many months of the year. Summer season is generally dry and it is advisable to avoid travelling during this time. The monsoon season brings good rainfall and it serves to reduce the temperature after the heat of the summer. The winter season experiences some amount of rainfall and the conditions are cool and moderate. September to February is the best time of the year to visit the place.

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Category : Historical, Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 502110

STD Code: 8452

Info Website: http://medakdistrict.net/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : The nearest international airport is located at Hyderabad and this is the best option for those who are travelling by air. Hyderabad Airport has good connectivity with the rest of the State as well as many other countries. The best option to reach Medak from Hyderabad is to hire a taxi from the airport. Taxis charge around Rs 1300 for the trip and they are a comfortable option.

By Train : The closest railway station that is located in Manoharabad. This is located in the Medak District and only a few trains pass through this way. The Nanded Hyderabad Deccan Passur is the main train that passes through the railway station.

By BUS : Buses are another option to reach Medak. There are APSRTC buses that are available from Hyderabad, Secundarabaad, Nizamabad, Warangal and other places to Medak. APSRTC buses are an efficient and inexpensive way to reach the place. Tickets prices differ according to the place of boarding.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Vishal Resorts ; Opp. Dundigal Airforce Academy, Annaram ( V ), Jinnaram ( M ), Sardana Rd, Fathe Nagar, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110. ; Ph – 084 18 258585 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Chandra Bhavan ; State Highway 6, Mission Compound, Medak, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Abhi swagath Hotel ; Near Busstand, State Highway 6, Ram Nagar, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Janapriya Udipi Hotel ; State Highway 6, Fathe Nagar, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110.

• ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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• Swagat Restaurant ;  State Highway 6, Mission Compound, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Blue Heavens Restaurant ;  Rashid Colony, Near Welcome Board, 1/10/72/1/a, Madhav nagar, Gangineni, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110. ; M –  099 89 230311 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Vaishnavi Dhaba ;  Medak-Narsapur Rd, Gangineni, Medak, Andhra Pradesh 502110. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Medak is a major tourist city in India.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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