Khammam

Bhadrachalam

Bhadrachalam is a census town in Khammam district which falls in the Telangana region of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Bhadrachalam Temple, the Lord Rama temple, is a site of pilgrimage for Hindus. It is situated on the bank of the river Godavari.This shrine was built by a devotee of Lord Rama, Kancherla Gopanna popularly known as Bhakta Ramadasu in the 17th century (1630 A. D.).

Khammam Fort

Khammam Fort (India) was initiated around 950 when the Telugu area (now Andhra Pradesh) was ruled by the Kakatiya dynasty (10th - 13th century). The Reddi Kings Velma and Laksham were actively involved in the construction of the fort situated on the Stambhadri hill. Subsequently the Qutb Shahi kingdom strived hard for developing both Khammam Fort and other parts of the region. Thus Khammam Fort represents both Hindu and Muslim architectural influences. Two years back this fort has celebrated 1000 years of existence, now its shaping to become a major tourist spots.

Papi Hills

The Papi hills are a place apart. It has become the favorite destination for hundreds of nature lovers. Pilgrims and tourists going on weekend launch ride in Godavari. The trip down the river from kunavaram would lead to a different world where the nature delights the naked eye with grand spectacles. The hilly countryside patch-worked with tiny farm plots, the landscapes dotted with tribal habitations, the river banks forested with the timber reserves, the fresh air and the deep river all blend tighter to make it a magic place. They present ideal settings to enjoy the nature. The beauty of the uncrowned spaces all along the river makes people stop and stare.

Madhira

Madhira is a town in Khammam district of Andhra Pradesh, India, formerly part of the Kakatiya dynasty.A new inscribed pillar found at Gummadidurru near Nandigama in Krishna district has thrown light on some new names of geographical locations during 275 AD in the Vijayanagara kingdom. The pillar with nine-inch diameter has a prakrit engraving in Bhrahmi lipi.