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The Gadwal Samsthanam Somandri Dynasty: The Legacy of the Raichur Doab (c. 1662 CE - 1948 CE) 1,200 Square Miles | Population: 110,000+ | Prestigious Vassal of Hyderabad The Gadwal Samsthanam was one of Hyderabad's most prestigious, oldest, largest, and wealthiest vassal states. Ruled by the Mustipalli dynasty of Pakanati Reddis following the Veera Vaishnava tradition, it occupied the fertile Raichur Doab between the Krishna and Tungabhadra rivers. Celebrated as " Vidwad Gadwal " (Gadwal of the Scholars), the Samsthanam was renowned for its military strength, cultural patronage, and the development of the world-famous Gadwal handloom sarees. I. Origins and Early Allegiances (1290 – 1662 CE) The formative centuries under successive Deccan empires, beginning with Kakatiya patronage and navigating the turbulent transitions between Bahmini, Vijayanagara, and Bijapur powers. The orig...

Alampur is a historic temple town located on the left bank of the Tungabhadra River in Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. Known as the Dakshina Kashi (Southern Kashi) and the Western Gateway of Srisailam, it is surrounded by the lush Nallamala hills. Alampur is revered for its spiritual and architectural significance, housing the Jogulamba temple, one of the 18 Shakti Peethas, and the ancient Navabhrama temples. Historically, Alampur was under the rule of Shatavahana Ishvakus, Badami Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Kalyani Chalukyas, Kakatiyas, Vijayanagara Empire, and Qutb Shahis. The temples reflect a rich Chalukyan architectural style, with inscriptions dating back to the 7th century CE. 1. Jogulamba Temple Deities: Goddess Jogulamba and Balabrahmeshwara. Significance: Fifth Shakti Peetha; upper jaw of Sati is believed to have fallen here. Iconography: Goddess depicted in a fierce form, seated on a corpse, with a scorpion, frog, and lizard on her head. History: Originally destroyed in 1...

The Gadwal Saree is a handcrafted woven sari originating from Gadwal in the Jogulamba Gadwal district of Telangana, India. Renowned for its unique structure and artistry, it is a significant part of India's textile heritage. A true Gadwal saree is characterized by its lightweight cotton body intricately woven with a heavy silk pallu (the decorative end piece) and borders, often featuring elaborate Zari work (metallic thread). This distinctive "interlocking weft" technique results in a saree so finely woven that it can be packed into a matchbox. In 2010, its uniqueness and cultural importance were formally recognized when it was registered as a Geographical Indication (GI) under the Geographical Indications of Goods Act, 1999. Section 1: Materials and Production Process Materials: Gadwal sarees are traditionally woven using a combination of cotton for the body and silk (typically tussar or mulberry) for the border and pallu. This blend gives rise to the name "Sico...

The Vijayanagara Empire (1336 CE - 1646 CE) was a preeminent South Indian empire founded in 1336 AD by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama dynasty. Its capital was the magnificent city of Vijayanagar (modern-day Hampi, Karnataka). The empire was established as a Hindu bulwark against the advancing Delhi Sultanate and later the Deccan Sultanates. The official languages were Sanskrit, Kannada, and Telugu, reflecting its multi-lingual and cosmopolitan nature. Hinduism was the state religion, and the empire was renowned for its patronage of art, architecture, and literature. Founders : Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama dynasty Capital : Vijayanagar  (modern Hospet, Bellary district, Hampi, Karnataka.) Languages : Sanskrit, Kannada and Telugu Religion : Hinduism 1. Origins and Rise The founders, Harihara and Bukka, had previously served the Kakatiya and Kampili kingdoms. After Kampili fell to the Delhi Sultanate in 1327, the brothers were captured, taken to Delhi, and co...

Alampuram (Hemalapuram) is a town situated in Jogulamba Gadwal district in the Indian state of Telangana. Alampura or  Hatampura  in Kanne (300) is situated very near modern Kurnool Town, within its easy reach, on the opposite bank of the river Tungabhadra which runs between the places separating them as it were, the place noted for its many peculiar architectural gopuras, is a famous Saiva centre the presiding deity being Balabrahmivara with the goddess, Jogulamba, or Yogeswari. The Tungabhadra region is the strategic place, situated on the Vengi Karnataka border and on the route between South India and the north. The Krishna-Tungabhadra doab was the meeting place and battlefield between many empires that flourished in the Deccan. The Chalukyas of Badami and Rashtrakutas of Malkhed met the Pallava of Kanchi in this region and fought a number of times, devastating the territory. Similarly, the Chalukya of Kalyani and the Cholas of the south constantly came into conflict and th...

Jogulamba Gadwal district is a district in the Indian state of Telangana. The administrative headquarters of the district is located at Gadwal. The district shares boundaries with Narayanpet, Wanaparthy districts and with the state boundary of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. The district was carved out from Mahabubnagar district in 2016. Part of  Ayije-300  or Aize-300 or  Ayaje-300 or  Ayaja-300 in olden times. c.550 AD - 753 AD  :  Badami Chalukyas  (543 AD - 753 AD)  Pulakeshin I defeated  Vakataka Dynasty  in c.550 AD. Pulakeshin II defeated  Durjaya Dynasty  in 611 AD and defeated  Vishnukundins  in 611 / 624 AD. 655 AD - 680 AD : Vikramaditya I  Baladitya Maharaja Vikramaditya I was the third son and followed his father, Pulakesi II on to the Chalukya throne. He restored order in the fractured kingdom and made the Pallavas retreat from the capital Vatapi. 30th April, 660 AD : Amidelpadu near Alampur. Telugu-...