Thousand Pillar Temple Warangal - हजार स्तंभ मंदिर वारंगल

Thousand Pillar Temple also known as Rudreswara Swamy Temple is a historic Hindu temple located in the town of Hanamakonda, Telangana State, India. The temple is dedicated to Bhagwan Shiva, Vishnu and Surya. Rudreswara Swamy Temple is a popular pilgrimage destination and is visited by thousands of devotees every year. The temple is also a popular tourist destination and is known for its beauty and architecture.

Thousand Pillar Temple Warangal Architecture and History:
The temple was built in the 16th century by the Vijayanagara Empire and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is built in the Dravidian style of architecture and is made of granite. The main shrine is dedicated to Shiva and is located in the center of the temple complex. The shrine is surrounded by a number of smaller shrines dedicated to other Hindu deities. The temple also has a number of pillared halls and courtyards.

A massive sculpture of Nandi, carved out of a single rock, is another attraction of this temple. Rock cut elephants and exquisite engravings at the temple are also worth noticing.

The temple is known for its intricate sculptures and carvings. The walls of the temple are covered with sculptures of Hindu deities, scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, and other mythological stories. The temple also has a number of pillars that are carved with intricate designs.

Thousand Pillar Temple Darshan Timing
The temple remains open throughout the week and can be visited from 6 am to 8 pm.

How to reach Thousand Pillar Temple
Thousand Pillar Temple is near Warangal. Warangal is very well connected to other cities. The nearest railway station is Warangal railway station, which is 6 kilometres (3.7 miles) away from the temple. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is the nearest airport to this temple.