Of course. Here are 100 fascinating tourist spots in the vibrant state of Telangana, organized by its 33 respective districts (zillas) as of 2025. This list showcases the state's magnificent historical forts, ancient temples, stunning natural landscapes, and modern urban attractions.
Hyderabad Zilla
Charminar: The most iconic symbol of Hyderabad, a magnificent 16th-century mosque and monument with four grand arches.
Golconda Fort: A majestic fortified citadel, famous for its acoustic engineering, grand palaces, and for being the historical home of the Koh-i-Noor diamond.
Hussain Sagar Lake: A large heart-shaped lake in the city, featuring a giant monolithic statue of the Buddha in its center.
Salar Jung Museum: One of the largest one-man collections of antiques in the world, with a diverse array of sculptures, paintings, and artifacts.
Chowmahalla Palace: The opulent former seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty, known for its grand courtyards and elegant palaces.
Ramoji Film City: The world's largest integrated film studio complex, a popular tourism and recreation center.
Birla Mandir: A stunning modern temple built of pure white marble, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, overlooking Hussain Sagar Lake.
Qutb Shahi Tombs: A royal necropolis containing the tombs and mosques built by the rulers of the Qutb Shahi dynasty.
NTR Gardens: A public urban park with a variety of recreational facilities, located near Hussain Sagar Lake.
Lumbini Park: A beautiful park adjacent to Hussain Sagar, known for its musical fountain and laser shows.
Nehru Zoological Park: One of the largest and best-maintained zoos in Asia, home to a wide variety of animals.
Laad Bazaar: A historic and vibrant market near Charminar, famous for its bangles, pearls, and traditional wares.
Taramati Baradari: A historical sarai (caravanserai) and music court, perched on a hilltop with a grand open-air auditorium.
Shilparamam: A traditional arts and crafts village that showcases the diverse cultural heritage of India.
Medchal–Malkajgiri Zilla
Keesaragutta Temple: A revered hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, with thousands of small lingams surrounding the main shrine.
Shamirpet Lake: A large artificial lake and popular picnic spot, also home to a deer park.
Ratnalayam Temple: A beautiful temple complex dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, Goddess Lakshmi, and Goddess Padmavathi.
Ranga Reddy Zilla
Chilkur Balaji Temple: Famously known as the "Visa Balaji Temple," a prominent shrine for devotees seeking visas for foreign travel.
Mrugavani National Park: A national park located in Chilakalaguda, home to deer, peacocks, and various bird species.
Ananthagiri Hills: A dense forest area offering trekking trails, a temple, and serene natural beauty.
Hanamkonda Zilla (Warangal Urban)
Thousand Pillar Temple: A magnificent 12th-century Kakatiya temple dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Surya, known for its star-shaped architecture.
Warangal Fort: A historic 13th-century fort, famous for its massive stone gateways (Kakatiya Kala Thoranam), which is the emblem of Telangana.
Bhadrakali Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to the fierce Goddess Bhadrakali, situated on a hilltop between Hanamkonda and Warangal.
Padmakshi Temple: An ancient temple with a unique blend of Kakatiya and Jain architectural influences.
Warangal Zilla (Warangal Rural)
Pakhal Lake & Wildlife Sanctuary: A beautiful man-made lake within a wildlife sanctuary, built by the Kakatiya king Ganapati Deva.
Mulugu Zilla
Ramappa Temple (Rudreshwara Temple): A UNESCO World Heritage Site, a 13th-century Kakatiya marvel known for its intricate carvings and bricks that float on water.
Ramappa Lake: A vast man-made lake adjacent to the Ramappa Temple, built during the Kakatiya period.
Laknavaram Lake: A stunning lake with a series of suspension bridges connecting 13 small islands.
Medaram Sammakka Sarakka Jatara: The site of the largest tribal festival in Asia, held once every two years.
Bogatha Waterfall: Often called the "Niagara of Telangana," a spectacular waterfall in a dense forest setting.
Jayashankar Bhupalpally Zilla
Kaleshwaram Temple (Kaleshwara Mukteswara Swamy Temple): A famous Shiva temple at the confluence of the Godavari and Pranahita rivers.
Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project: The world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation project, an engineering marvel.
Pandavula Guttalu: Prehistoric rock art sites and caves where the Pandavas are believed to have stayed.
Nalgonda Zilla
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam: One of the world's largest masonry dams, built across the Krishna river, creating a massive reservoir.
Nagarjunakonda (Telangana side): The area around the dam with viewpoints and access to the island museum.
Panagal (Panagallu): Known for the Chaya Someswara Temple, where a mysterious shadow (chaya) remains on the main lingam all day.
Yadadri Bhuvanagiri Zilla
Yadadri (Yadagirigutta) Lakshmi Narasimha Temple: A major pilgrimage site with a magnificent, newly renovated temple complex dedicated to Lord Narasimha.
Bhongir Fort (Bhuvanagiri Fort): A massive monolithic hill fort, offering a challenging trek and panoramic views from the top.
Kolanupaka Jain Mandir: A 2,000-year-old Jain temple, a significant pilgrimage center for Svetambara Jains.
Adilabad Zilla
Kuntala Waterfall: The highest waterfall in Telangana, a spectacular sight during the monsoon.
Pochera Waterfall: A beautiful, wide, and deep waterfall in a serene forest setting.
Kadam Dam: A picturesque reservoir on the Kadam river, surrounded by hills.
Jainath Temple: A 5th-century temple built in the Pallava architectural style.
Nirmal Zilla
Basara Saraswathi Temple: A famous and ancient temple dedicated to the Goddess of Knowledge, Saraswathi, located on the banks of the Godavari.
Nirmal Fort: A historic fort that offers a glimpse into the region's past.
Kala Ashram: A center promoting the famous Nirmal arts, paintings, and wooden toy crafts.
Nizamabad Zilla
Nizamabad Fort (Domakonda Fort): A historic fort known for its large area and architecture.
Pocharam Dam & Wildlife Sanctuary: A dam and sanctuary with rich biodiversity, a haven for birdwatchers.
Ali Sagar Reservoir: A scenic reservoir with a park, deer park, and trekking opportunities.
Dichpally Ramalayam: An ancient temple known for its intricate stone carvings, often called the "Khajuraho of Nizamabad."
Karimnagar Zilla
Elgandal Fort: A historic hilltop fort with mosques and tombs, offering commanding views of the surrounding landscape.
Lower Manair Dam: A large dam on the Manair river with a beautiful park, a major source of water for the region.
Ujwala Park: A well-maintained park in Karimnagar city.
Jagtial Zilla
Jagtial Fort: A unique star-shaped fort surrounded by a moat, built in the 17th century.
Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple: A highly revered temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, situated on a hill.
Peddapalli Zilla
Ramagiri Fort (Ramagiri Khilla): A picturesque hill fort with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
Sabitham Waterfall: A scenic seasonal waterfall.
Mahabubnagar Zilla
Pillalamarri (Great Banyan Tree): A massive 800-year-old banyan tree spread over several acres.
Mallela Theertham: A beautiful waterfall in the dense Nallamala Forest, a sacred spot for bathing.
Nagarkurnool Zilla
Srisailam Dam (Telangana side): A massive hydroelectric project on the Krishna river.
Amrabad Tiger Reserve: The second-largest tiger reserve in India, covering a vast area of the Nallamala Hills.
Farahabad Viewpoint: A viewpoint within the Amrabad Tiger Reserve offering stunning views of the Nallamala forest and Krishna river valley.
Uma Maheshwaram Temple: A revered Shiva temple, considered the northern gateway to the sacred Srisailam.
Gadwal (Jogulamba Gadwal) Zilla
Alampur Navabrahma Temples: A group of nine 7th-century temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, reflecting Chalukyan architecture.
Jogulamba Temple, Alampur: One of the 18 Maha Shakti Peeths, a major pilgrimage site.
Gadwal Fort: Known for its impressive structure and historical importance.
Khammam Zilla
Khammam Fort: A historic fort built in the 10th century, located on a hill in the city center.
Lakaram Lake: A popular recreational lake in Khammam town.
Parnasala: A village on the banks of the Godavari, believed to be the spot where Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana stayed during their exile.
Bhadradri Kothagudem Zilla
Bhadrachalam Temple: A famous temple dedicated to Lord Rama, located on the banks of the Godavari River.
Kinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary: A sanctuary surrounding a beautiful lake, home to diverse flora and fauna.
Medak Zilla
Medak Cathedral: The largest diocese in Asia, a magnificent Gothic Revival style church.
Medak Fort: A large hill fort with a mix of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles.
Pocharam Dam & Wildlife Sanctuary (partially in this district): A beautiful eco-tourism spot.
Siddipet Zilla
Kondapochamma Sagar Reservoir: A massive reservoir, part of the Kaleshwaram project, with beautiful landscaping.
Komati Cheruvu: A lake in Siddipet with a unique suspension bridge.
Wargal Saraswati Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to the Goddess of Learning, situated on a hillock.
Sangareddy Zilla
Manjeera Wildlife Sanctuary: A riverine sanctuary famous for its large population of mugger crocodiles and migratory birds.
Singur Dam: A large reservoir on the Manjeera river.
Vikarabad Zilla
Ananthagiri Hills: The main access point for this lush green forest area.
Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple: The main temple in the Ananthagiri Hills.
Kotepally Reservoir: A reservoir near Ananthagiri Hills offering kayaking and camping opportunities.
Komaram Bheem Asifabad Zilla
Kerameri Ghats: A scenic mountain pass with numerous hairpin bends.
Mittalai Waterfalls: A seasonal waterfall known for its natural beauty.
Mancherial Zilla
Kawal Tiger Reserve: A significant tiger reserve with rich biodiversity.
Gandhari Khilla (Fort): A hill fort with ancient temples and beautiful sculptures.
Rajanna Sircilla Zilla
Vemulawada Rajarajeshwara Swamy Temple: A major pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva, often called "Dakshina Kasi."
Mid Manair Dam: A large reservoir on the Manair river.
Suryapet Zilla
Phanigiri Buddhist Site: The ruins of a large Buddhist monastic complex.
Wanaparthy Zilla
Wanaparthy Palace: A historic palace of the Wanaparthy Samsthanam.
Narayanpet Zilla
Narayanpet: Famous for its unique handloom sarees with a distinct design.
Remaining Gems & Cultural Spots
Surendrapuri (Yadadri Bhuvanagiri): A unique mythological awareness center and theme park.
Dhulikatta Buddhist Stupa (Peddapalli): An important ancient Buddhist site.
Manyamkonda Venkateswara Swamy Temple (Mahabubnagar): A revered hilltop temple.
Nacharam Gutta (Siddipet): A hill shrine dedicated to Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy.
Gollatha Gudi (Mahabubnagar): An ancient brick temple.
Jodeghat (Komaram Bheem Asifabad): The historic place associated with the tribal hero Komaram Bheem.
Kotilingala (Jagtial): An archaeological site, one of the earliest capitals of the Satavahana dynasty.
Devunoor (Jayashankar Bhupalpally): A site with ancient temples.
Singareni Collieries, Kothagudem (Bhadradri Kothagudem): The site of the historic coal mines, offering an insight into the region's industrial heritage.
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