A popular princely district in Telangana, it is situated at a distance of about 175 km to the North-west of Hyderabad. The district derives its name as Nizamabad (Nizam-a-abadi) from the Nizam of Hyderabad Asaf Jahi, VI who had ruled Deccan during the 18th Century A.D. Originally the region was called Indur and is believed to have originated after the name of king Indradatta who had ruled this region during 5th Century A.D.
Ramalayam Dichpally
The Dichpally Ramalayam is located at a distance of 20 km from Nizamabad enroute Hyderabad. The temple was built in the 14th century by Kakatiya Kings and it is one of the oldest temples in the Nizamabad.
The temple was built of black and white basalt stone, with the finest architecture and excellent craftsmanship of goddesses, animals, devils and Khajuraho style erotic structures on it. This ancient temple has awesome sculpture with extremely beautiful carvings on temple walls, ceilings, pillars, and door frames.
This temple has 105 steps and a pedestrian subway connecting it to Raghunadha Temple in the Nizamabad urban center. The temple is visited by thousands of devotees during the festival of Sri Rama Navami. The entrance to the steps is graced by a decorative gateway “Keerthi Thorana”, bearing the Kakatitya style of architecture.
Raghuanatha Temple
Nizamabad fort, also known as Nizamabad of quilla, was built in tenth century by Rashtrakuta Kings situated at south west of Nizamabad city. The fort has a large area surrounded by Masonry walls and huge bastions resembling Muslim architecture. Raghunatha temple is on the top of the fort and is a major tourist attraction. Believed to have been built by Chatrapathi Shivaji, the temple temple has spacious halls, with unique system of ventilation that keeps it cool in summer in particular.
There is a prison within this fort premises where “Dasharathi Krishnamacharyalu” a legendary poet and writer spent his life during initial year of independence. The time he spent in this jail was well utilized in writing poetry. His famous quote “Naa Telangana Koti Rathanala Veena” has been and is being used right from the initial period of Telangana movement to till date.
Ali Sagar
Ali Sagar reservoir is a scenic water body with a vast alluring garden developed by the Nizam of Hyderabad. The park spread over 33 acres is enriched with fountains and colorful profusion of flowering plants, an enchanting summer house well laid out gardens, an island and hilltop guest house, thus making it a favored getaway. There exists a deer park, facilities for trekking and water sports which are additional attractions nestled at the destination. Ali Sagar is a very important picnic spot near Nizamabad.
Ashok Sagar
Ashok Sagar is located on the way to Basar from Hyderabad. It is a huge reservoir comprising of a beautiful Rock Garden, octagonal Shaped restaurant, swinging bridge, boating facilities and children park. The garden is spread over an area of 2 acres with beautiful landscape and attractive natural setting rock cuts. There exists a 15 ft marble statue of Goddesses Saraswathi in the middle of the water. The lake is scenic with a backdrop of hilly landscapes. Boating facility is available at the lake as well, and the rock garden itself makes for some fascinating viewing in a couple of spots. Landscaped rock garden with winding path in the midst of rocks gives a memorable experience to the visitors.
Mallaram Forest
Mallaram forest is situated at a distance of 8 km to the south west of Nizamabad town. It is a complete woody and dense forest which is home to migratory birds and animals. The pristine surroundings, fresh air and chirping of birds making it a perfect picnic spot for the tourist visiting the place. Located in idyllic surroundings, it is considered as perfect place for eco tourism.
The major attractions are forest treks, a pagoda and a tower which serves as a view point tower. There are seating spaces along the Mallaram Cheruvu providing scenic view of the location. According to geologists, the famous mushroom shaped rock at Mallaram forest dates back to million years, which also has a rock pedestal that strikingly resembles the upper portion of a mushroom.