Ramappa Temple also known as the Ramalingeswara temple, is located 77 km from Warangal, the ancient capital of the Kakatiya dynasty, 157 km from Hyderabad in the state of Telangana in southern India. It lies in a valley at Palampet village of Venkatapur Mandal, in erstwhile Mulug Taluq of Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, a tiny village long past its days of glory in the 13th and 14th centuries.
Shrine’s History
An inscription in the temple dates it to the year 1213 AD and said to have been built by a General Recherla Rudra, during the period of the Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva.
Architectural Relevance of This Shrine
The temple is a Shivalaya, where Lord Ramalingeswara is worshipped. It stands majestically on a 6 ft high star-shaped platform. The hall in front of the sanctum has numerous carved pillars that have been positioned to create an effect that combines light and space wonderfully.Temple is known by the name of the sculptor Ramappa, who built it. The history says that it took 40 years to build this temple. Temple is a marvellous example of Kakatiyan creative genius, with beautiful art, intricate carvings adorning the walls, pillars and ceilings. The roof of the temple is built with bricks, which are so light that they are able to float on water. There are two small Shiva shrines on either side of the main temple. The enormous Nandi within, facing the shrine of Shiva, remains in good condition. Nataraja Ramakrishna revived Perini Shivatandavam , by seeing the sculptures in this temple. The dance poses, written in Nritta Rathnavalid by Jayapa Senaani, also appear in these sculptures. The temple had remained intact even after repeated wars, plunder and destruction during wars and natural disasters. There was a major earthquake during the 17th century which caused some damage. Many of the smaller structures were neglected and are in ruins. The Archaeological Survey of India has taken charge of it. The main entrance gate in the outer wall of the temple is ruined.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Ramappa temple is located around 67 km away from Warangal. It is located in Palampet village, which is about 19 km from Mulugu Mandal. To reach their temple, tourists are required to reach Warangal from Hyderabad or need to reach Hanamkonda. From here, one can board one of the many public buses that run up to or via Ramappa Temple at regular intervals. If interested in going at your own pace, you can hire a private taxi and travel to this temple from Hyderabad.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Warangal
By Air
The nearest airport is Shamshabad Hyderabad
Shrine Timings
6 AM to 6 PM
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Shivaratri
