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Kerameri Ghats

🗻 Kerameri Ghats Travel Guide The Utnoor-Asifabad route, 6 km long Kerameri ghat road near Kerameri mandal, of which the Kerameri ghats are a part, is one of the oldest in the district passing through its tribal heartland. The Kerameri hills, as seen from the popular Kerameri ghat road, offer a breathtaking view as the landscape changes colours layer by layer. The view starts with the dark green of the agriculture fields and turns into bright yellow of the drying leaves as the vision progresses upwards. The mountain range with a dominant blue at the top completes the picture casting a spell on the beholder. Descending the ghat road brings one closer to the clusters of trees which are changing colours. Same is the case with the thick Sarkepalli forest in Wankidi mandal and the Malini forest in Sirpur (T) mandal where the jungles beckon with differently vibrant colours. A drive to Malini from Sirpur (T) mandal headquarter village will be an experience in itself in November. ...
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Nirmal Turkam and Venganna Cheruvu

🌿 Hidden Lakes of Nirmal: Turkam & Venganna Eco-Tourism Adventure Turkam (Turkan) and Venganna Cheruvu are located near Dimmadurthi and Naldhurthi amidst dense forests in Mamada Mandal, Nirmal District, Telangana. These hidden gems are proposed to be developed into eco-tourism attractions, offering serenity, adventure, and nature experiences. 🏞️ Overview Turkam Cheruvu is one of the largest water bodies in the region, spread across 55 hectares, and is perennial, receiving water year-round from the Saraswathi Canal. Venganna Cheruvu, spanning 25 hectares, is a paradise for bird-watchers, hosting a variety of avifauna. 🌿 Flora & Fauna Dry and moist deciduous forests with teak, acacia, medicinal herbs, red sandalwood, and sandalwood trees. Wildlife includes Black Buck, Common Fox, Four-horned Antelope, Fruit Bat, Hyena, Indian Wolf, and more. Bird species: Black Drongo, Black-winged Kite, Blossom-headed Parakeet, Blue Pigeon, Black-headed Oriole, Grey Partridge...

Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary Gottam Gutta

🌿 Explore Chincholi Wildlife & Hidden Gems Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Kalaburagi district of Karnataka, near Zaheerabad in Telangana, is often called the "Ooty of Telangana" (a misnomer, as it lies in Karnataka). Declared a sanctuary in 2011, it spans 134.88 sq.km, making it the first dry land wildlife sanctuary in South India. The sanctuary hosts diverse flora including medicinal herbs, red sandalwood, teak trees, and fauna like Black Buck, Four-horned Antelope, Hyena, Indian Wolf, and over 35 bird species. ✨ Highlights of Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary Safe haven for Wolves and Hyenas Documented presence of dholes (wild dogs) in the Kalyana-Karnataka region Features similar to Western Ghats in Hyderabad-Karnataka region Spread over five forest blocks: Chincholi, Sangapura, Bhonsapur, Magdumpur, Shadipur Rich flora: dry & moist deciduous forests, teak & acacia plantations, medicinal herbs, red sanders, and sandalwood trees 🌄 G...

Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary

🦁 Into the Wild: Exploring Pocharam Sanctuary 📍 Location Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Medak and Nizamabad districts of Telangana, India. It is named after the nearby Pocharam Lake . The sanctuary lies approximately 150 km north of Hyderabad. The nearest town is Medak, from where visitors can access the sanctuary by private transport, bus, or jeep. GPS coordinates: 18.0151° N, 78.3812° E . 🌳 Overview Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary, established in 1952 by the Nizam of Hyderabad, spans 130 sq.kms. The sanctuary protects diverse wildlife including leopards, sloth bears, panthers, deer, and numerous bird species. Named after Pocharam Lake, it is a haven for wildlife and migratory birds. 🦌 Main Wildlife Attractions Bar-Headed Goose Brahminy Bucks Open Billed Stork Leopard Sloth Bear Sambar Panther, Wild Boar, Chital, Nilgai, Chinkara, Hyena, Jackal Fish: Catla, Rahu, Murrel, Ech Paten, Karugu, Chidwa Crocodiles, freshwater turtles, cob...

Adilabad Khandala Ghat & Lohara Valley

🏞️ Chasing Waterfalls in Lohara Valley & Khandala Ghat 📍 Location Adilabad Khandala Ghat is located in Khandala Village, Adilabad Rural Mandal, Adilabad District, Telangana. The nearby Lohara Valley, part of Khandala Gram Panchayat, offers pristine landscapes with four waterfalls and panoramic viewpoints. 🛣️ How to Reach Khandala Ghat is about 20 km from Adilabad town. The route via Ankoli goes through Vanvat and Pippaldhari villages. The steep ghat road starting at Pippaldhari offers stunning valley views. ☀️ Best Time to Visit Post-monsoon months and Sankranti festival holidays are ideal. Waterfalls have the best flow after rainfall. 📅 Itinerary Day 1: Arrival & Sightseeing Reach Adilabad town and drive to Khandala Ghat. Explore the hills and valleys. Visit Khandala Molal Gutta Waterfalls (1 km walk from Molalgutta village). Day 2: Lohara Valley & Waterfalls Visit Lohara Waterfalls near Lohara village. Enjoy vantage points for photog...

Nirmal Forts

🏰 Step Back in Time: Nirmal Forts Exploration 📍 Overview Nirmal is a city of forts surrounded by Satpura Hills, dense forests, rivers, and waterfalls. There are four forts within a 15 km radius of Nirmal, with three smaller forts near the town and a larger one 10 km away. 🛡️ Forts of Nirmal The forts include Quilla Gutta/Bhairava Gutta/Nirmal Fort, Battisghad, Shyamgarh, and Soan Garh . Built around 1650 under Srinivasa Rao and the Asaf Jahis, they were military fortifications on trade routes. While mostly ruined inside, ramparts remain intact. Nirmal Fort (Quilla Gutta / Bhairava Gutta) Located in the middle of the city near the Devarakonda temple. Features include Atta-Kodalla bavi (Mother-in-law, Daughter-in-law well) and multiple entrances. Trails are overgrown with shrubs, offering adventurous exploration and panoramic sunset views. Battis Garh Fort One of the largest fortifications in Nirmal, located near lakes on the eastern side of the town. Features a bastion ...

Jannaram Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary

🦏 Into the Heart of the Jungle: Kawal Safari 📍 Overview Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Jannaram forests of Mancherial district, Telangana, was declared the 42nd tiger reserve of India in 2012. Home to around 20 tigers, it is one of Telangana’s most popular wildlife destinations, offering adventure, tranquility, and wildlife encounters. 🌳 About Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary The sanctuary covers 893 sq km of dense tropical dry deciduous forest, with an additional 1,120 sq km buffer area. It features teak, bamboo, and other native flora. The best time to visit is from November to February when animals are more active and the weather is pleasant. 🦌 Wildlife and Flora Kawal hosts Cheetal, Sambar, Barking Deer, Nilgai, Sloth Bear, Indian Bison, Panther, and Tiger. Reptiles include Crocodile, Python, Monitor Lizard, and Cobra. Visitors can enjoy jeep safaris and bird-watching trails organized by forest guides. 🛡️ Conservation & Tiger Reserve Status Kawal was made a...