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Warangal, the erstwhile capital of the great Kakatiya Kingdom which ruled during 12th- 14th century, is presently an ushering industrial and cultural centre in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India. The Warangal city is credited as the fifth largest city in the state and has the historical legacy of being known as Oruguallu or Omtikonda or Ekasilanagaram mainly due to the existence of a huge hillock seems to be carved out of one stone.It is assumed that the Prola Raja of great Kakatiya Kingdom built this beautiful town in 12th century and given the incredible status of the Capital city. The Kakatiyas who ruled more than 200 years left many grandeur monuments, architectural marvels like, a Shiva temple known as Swayambhu temple and many such ancient structures. Travel diaries of great traveler Marco Polo also has mentions of this great city. Warangal basically consists of an agricultural community, cultivating rice, red chillies, cotton and tobacco. Warangal is renowned for its granite quarries, exported to many other states. Present Warangal attracts many tourists, thanks to Warangal’s important history, exquisite monuments, grand temples, superb gardens, beautiful lakes, and sanctuaries with rich fauna & flora. The Main draw of tourists in the city include Warangal Fort, the 13th century star shaped Shiva temple, temple and the thousand pillared temple. Wildlife Sanctuaries at Pakhal and Eturnagaram and are other tourist spots which are worth visiting. Natural beauty with magnificent manmade structures leaves Warangal with an enviable spot in the tourist map of India. Best time to visit is from October to March.

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Category : City

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 50600x

STD Code: 870

Info Website: http://warangal.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  September – March

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By Air : The nearest airport is Hyderabad International Airport, which is located at a distance of 148 km from Warangal. Hyderabad is connected with all the major cities in India and many of the international cities as well. Regular flights are available from Trivandrum, Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai and Delhi. Pre-paid taxi charges about Rs 2,500 from Hyderabad airport to Warangal.

By Train : Warangal railway station is a major railway station in the main railway line connecting Chennai (Tamil Nadu Exp), Bangalore (Sangha Mitra Ex), Mumbai (vKonark Express) and New Delhi (Rajdhani Exp). Warangal is well connected with all the major cities of India. All trains passing through Warangal will have a stop here.

By BUS : Andhra Pradesh Road Transport Public bus services connect Warangal with other major cities in Andhra. Regular frequent bus services are available from Warangal to Hyderabad. Many private bus providers ply tourist buses from Hyderabad, Vishakhapatnam and Vijayawada to Warangal, charging about Rs 4 per km.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• City Grand Hotel ; 15-2-64, S.V.P Road, Near Lal Bahadur College, Rangampet, Warangal, Andhra Pradesh, 506007. ; Ph – 0870 245 4588 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Khursheed Hotel ; Jayaprakash Narayan Rd, Venu Rao Colony, Sherpura, Warangal, Andhra Pradesh 506002. ; 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

• Hotel Shankar ; Chow Rasta, Hanumakanda, Chow Rasta, Nizampura, Warangal, Andhra Pradesh 506007 ; Ph – 0870 257 9196 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

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• Dolphin Restaurant ;  Punjab National Bank Ln, Sherpura, Warangal, Andhra Pradesh 506002 ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Sanai Restaurant ;  Shop No.15-2-38, S.V.P. Rd, Rangampet, Warangal, Andhra Pradesh 506007 ; M –  096 18 939817 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Safety / WarningEdit

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

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

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