Dulapally Prasanthi Vanam

Dulapally Prasanthi Vanam is located in Dulapally, Quthbullapur Mandal, Medchal-Malkajgiri district, Telangana State, India.

Prasanthi Vanam Park in Dulapally is developed in Dulapalli Reserved Forest area located on Dulapalli – Bahadhurpally Road was once a dump yard which has undergone an incredible transformation. Developed in 25 acres this park is presently filled with medicinal & flower plantations; has a walking track & children play area.

The major species available in the park are Marri, Raavi, Peltophorum, Usiri, Chinta, Bamboo, Nemalinara, Seethaphal etc.

Facilities in prashantavanam park:-
i. Entry plaza developed with the parking facilities.
ii. Long walking track and internal walking pathways are developed in this park
iii. Yoga shed
iv. Gazebo
v. The medicinal plant garden.
vi. Wash Room.
vii. The ticket counter.
viii. The security Room with Office Room
ix. The Children play Area
x. The Open GYM
xi. The artificial sitting benches.

Details
Visting Timings 11.00 AM to 6.00 PM
Visting Ticket Adults Rs.15/-
children Rs.10/-
Walking Timings 5.30 AM to 9.00 AM
Walking Pass Monthly pass : Rs.100/-
6 Months pass : Rs. 400/-
1 Year pass : Rs.800/-
Parking Ticket 2 wheeler : Rs: 5/- for day
4 wheeler : Rs: 10/- for day.
Contact Details Mallikarjun Naik (FRO):9000590369
Holidays All Days Open

The park is around 20 Kms from secunderabad.

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Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam Park

Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam Park is located in Narapally village under Pocharam Municipality in Ghatkesar mandal, Medchal-Malkajgiri District, Telangana State, India.

Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam Park comprises of a buffer zone covering an area of about 84.24 hectares and a conservation zone covering an area of about 116 hectares. 

The Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam is also a deer park. Walking along the pathway, you will find some Peacocks as the park hosts a small peacock sanctuary.

Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam a nature conservation park, has Walking track developed with a length of 4 Kms internal pathways and a Canopy walkway with a length of 200 mts. The park is a visual treat for nature lovers. 

Beyond wonderful walkway you can experience Forest trails at Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam park.

The park has a metal fencing Canopy Walk way of 200 meters laid with strong iron mesh with railings on both sides above 20 feet from the ground and a watchtower to have a good 360 degree view of the complete park from here.

 

The Bhagyanagar Park is ideal for weekend outings, there is a well maintained walkway, green trees and above all, you will get disconnect with urban concrete jungle once you are inside the park.

The park with green walking paths, forest trails, a perfect destination for nature walks, a romantic getaway and space for morning walk and evening walk.

Activities
Canopy Walk, Walking, Kids Play Area, Forest Trails, Bird Watching, Cycling, are some of the activities you can engage here.

Rock Climbing
The outdoors has something more to offer than just physical benefits for children. Cognitive and social/emotional development are impacted, too. Outside, children are more likely to invent natural adventure games. As they do, they're able to express themselves and learn about the world in their own way.

How to Reach
The park is situated at about 25 Km from Hyderabad city towards eastern side, in the Ghatkesar Mandal, on Hyderabad-Warangal road in Narapally, Medchal District.

From Jubilee Hills - 30Kms

From Gachibowli - 40Kms

Timmings
Walkers
5:30AM to 9 AM

Visitors
11 AM to 6.00 PM

Tariff
Audults - ₹15
Children [5-12 Years] - ₹10

Cycling - ₹20 / Hour
Canopy Walk Way - ₹5

Membership
1 Month - ₹100
6 Months - ₹400
1 Year - ₹800


Note: Smoking and Chewing Tobacco is strictly prohibited in Bhagyanagar Nandanavanam Park!

Note: Plastic bags and disposable bottles not allowed.

http://www.walk4health.in/bhagyanagar-nandanavanam.html

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Kandlakoya Oxygen Park

Kandlakoya Oxygen Park is located in Kandlakoya Village towards the Outer Ring Road, Medchal Mandal, Medical-Malkajgiri district, Telangana State, India. 

For nature lovers and adventure-seekers, who find peace in exploring green forests and study birds, etc, need not worry about planning their holidays elaborately, as Kandlakoya Oxygen Park, spread in sprawling 75 acres has come up just in city backyard - about 20 km from Paradise Circle and six km from Kompally on the NH44. Hyderabadi's along with family and friends can escape from the concrete jungle and city's hustle bustle to spend time in tranquility whenever they want without any elaborate planning.

The Kandlakoya Oxygen Park is known for its rich biodiversity. It is situated at a high altitude and people go for treks and nature walks here.

The park has a variety of trees, including medicinal plants, and is home to numerous species of birds and butterflies. The park also has a children’s area, a butterfly park and a tree-top walkway. At the oxygen bar of the Kandlakoya Oxygen Park, visitors can breathe in pure oxygen.

The park offers different walking tracks to enjoy the nature at its core. This park gives respite from pollution with a breath of fresh air.

The Oxygen Park has a 2.2 km walking track along the periphery and internal pathways add another 2 km to the walk.

Canopy walk is provided with a length of 260 mtrs, walking on canopy gives visitors a visual treat by watching birds close by and feel the touch of nature.

Activities

Canopy Walk, Walking, Kids Play Area, Forest Trails, Bird Watching, Cycling, Dining in Forest are some of the activities you can engage here.

Walk and jog: The park has a jogging track perfect for walking, jogging, and running. The track is surrounded by greenery.

Take a nature walk: The park has several walking trails that are well-marked.

Bird watching: Peacocks, parakeets and kingfishers are few of the many bird species that are found in the park.

Trekking: The Kandlakoya Oxygen Park has a trekking trail that takes you through the park’s forest area. The trek is moderately challenging.

Cycling: The park has a cycling track that is perfect for cycling enthusiasts. At the park, you can rent bicycles or bring your own.

Picnic: The Kandlakoya Oxygen Park is ideal for a picnic with family and friends. The park has several picnic spots.

Yoga and meditation: The park has a dedicated area for yoga and meditation.

Adventure sports: The park offers adventure sports like ziplining, rock climbing, and rappelling for those seeking an adrenaline rush.

Distance 

Suchitra Circle - 12Kms

Secunderabad : 18 kms

Paradise Circle : 20 kms
Jubilee Hills - 30Kms
Gachibowli - 40Kms

Timmings

Walkers : 5:30AM to 9 AM
Visitors : 6 AM to 6 PM

Tariff
Audults - ₹15
Children [5-12 Years] - ₹10

Walking Membership
1 Month - ₹100
6 Months - ₹400
1 Year - ₹800

Note: Smoking and Chewing Tobacco is strictly prohibited in Kandlakoya Oxygen Park!
Note: Plastic bags and disposable bottles not allowed.

The Kandlakoya oxygen park was inaugurated on March 21, 2018 by former forest minister Devaramane Nath. The park has become the first choice of families keen to spend quality time, especially on weekends.



https://www.thehansindia.com/telangana/kandlakoya-oxygen-park-enjoy-deep-forest-outing-in-citys-backyard-600175

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Dakshin Ke Badrinath Temple, Hyderabad

Dakshin Badrinath replica of original Badrinath Temple popularly known Badrivishal Dham temple is located 40 kms from hyderabad in Plot No. 33/34, Sai Baba Enclave, GPR Housing Venture, Banda Mailaram, Mulug, Medichal District, Telangana 502336, India.

This temple for lord Badrinarayan has been constructed by Uttarakhand Kalyankari Sanstha, a registered society formed by people of Uttarakhand residing or serving in Hyderabad.

The two-storey temple occupies 6,750 square feet and stands 50 feet tall, same as the temple in Badrinath, Uttarakhand. The ground floor has a hall which can seat 350 people.

On the first floor is the idol of Lord Badrinath. It will also have idols of Lord Ganesh, Kuber, Balram, Godeess Lakshmi, Nar-Narayan, Narada, and Garuda. Separate temples have been built for Lord Ganesh, Goddess Lakshmi and the Navagrahas in the premises.

The temple's elevation will be 100% as the original Badrinath temple in Uttarakhand which will be a replica of Shri Badri Vishal Dham, in Hyderabad, State of Telangana.

Uttarakhand Kalyankari Sanstha for the first time in the history of Hyderabad introducing to the people of Telangana the culture and traditions of Garhwal & Kumaon of Uttarakhand State. The Telangana State is now Karm Bhoomi for nearly 25,000 Uttarakhandi Families residing since four generations.

Temple Timings

Monday to Friday - 8 AM to 12.30 PM and 4 PM to 7.30 APM

Saturday and Sunday - 8 AM to 12.30 PM and 3 PM to 7.30 APM

Phone Number :  09866396287

http://dakshinkebadrinath.com/

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Iskcon Medchal

ISKCON Shri Krishna Balram Temple is in Dabilpur Village in Medchal.

Weekend Spiritual Retreat

A spiritual retreat is generally when individuals come together as a community to engage themselves deeper in prayer and meditation. This is may be taken as an supplementary to the sanskrit word Sat-Sanga. The word Sat-Sanga means frequenting the company of saintly and pious minded people who dedicate their activities in the pleasing the Supreme Personality of Godhead – Sri Krishna.

Value Based Programs for Kids

The primary objective of Values Plus is to transform children into refined, cultured and civilized gentle persons having a strong value system as the basis of all the activities they perform.

Cow Milk for Your Home

The cows at ISKCON Medchal are treated with love and stay in a spacious and clean atmosphere. This not only induces them to produce more milk but also better quality.

You can place your request for pure cow milk from ISKCON Medchal’s goshala for your home on the website online form or you may also call on this number:

Srivatsa Das – Temple President.

Mobile : +91 94400 57263

Organic Farming

This adage entails the development of self-sustained farming communities. ISKCON Medchal has strived over the years to practically demonstrate this principle for the benefit of all. Extensive farming is carried out in the project using the traditional methods of engaging the bull in the fields and using non-chemical components for growing crops thereby resulting in a organic product.

Today, the community produces several essential edibles in its land such as:

1. Rice

2. Vegetables – Tomato, Cabbage, Brinjal, Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Potatoes, Chilies.

3. Fruits – Papaya, Mango, Banana, Guava.

Timings : 4.30 AM to 9:00 PM

Mangala Arati	4:30 am
Japa Meditation	5:15 am
Darshan Arati	7:15 am
Guru Puja	7:30 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Discourse	8:00 am
Raj Bhog Arati	12:30 pm
Usthapana Arati	4:15 pm
Sandhya Arati	7:00 pm
Bhagavad Gita Discourse	8:00 pm
Shyana Arati	8:30 pm
Temple Closes	9:00 pm

Every Sunday a Bhagavad Gita discourse is held from 1 pm to 2 pm followed by lunch feast for all the devotees and guests.
http://www.iskconmedchal.com/

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Shamirpet Lake and Deer Park

Shamirpet Lake or Pedda Cheruvu is an artificial lake built during

the Nizam reign in 19th century.

Shamirpet Lake is very fine looking lake and its serene & calm environs makes it a great place to enjoy a lovely time. Near in the vicinity of Shamirpet Lake we have Deer Park too & the combination of both makes it a natural habitat for deer.

Many Telugu movies were also shot here, as well as in the neighbouring Jawahar Deer park, which has many deer, peacocks and birds. The lake is known to be dangerous, as many drowning incidents have been reported here.

One can always find a herd of deer quenching their thirst on the banks of the lake, which is a very fascinating sight. The area around the lake is covered in a large expanse of greenery and one will be able to spot several types of plants and trees here. Special attention has been paid to renovate the area and for this reason, forest cottages have been mounted near the lake for the convenience of tourists. 

One of the major activities held at the lakes is boating, which is a perfect way to explore the natural splendour of the lake. This is an amazing destination for photographers and bird-watchers.

The lake attracts many birds, making it a good birdwatching spot. A resort run by the Government of Telangana is located near the lake. The Outer Ring Road will pass close to the lake. There are many resorts and Private Dhabas around the lake.

In recent times, Shamirpet has become a hotspot in the city with several resorts coming up in the vicinity. The lake itself has become a popular place to spend evenings, bird watching and for the more adventurous, it is a perfect place for rock climbing.

Its beautiful rocky terrain gives us ample opportunity to use our skills to navigate around the boulders while keeping an eye on the lake and surrounding water bodies, sure is a sight for sore eyes. The lush green countryside too helps.

The highway passes along the banks of the lake and there is a very famous temple dedicated to Katta Maisamma, a local Goddess, just beside the road. People throng the temple on weekends and offer animal sacrifice and cook offerings nearby.

There is a path that leads to the lake, you can take your vehicles to the lake bed. Even during heavy monsoons, it has been ages since the lake filled up.

To really experience the lake one has to walk a bit further the trees, the rocks, the lake with the sunset in the horizon is sure to transport you to another world. This lake is not only a blessing for those looking for a quick get away, but also a living tale of why we must protect our lakes.

Jawahar Deer Park :If you want to spot the deer’s at its natural day life then you can get on to observational tower, which shows you entire Shamirpet lake and if you spent few minutes there with calmness you can spot deer’s coming forward from its hiding places or the deer enjoying a water bath in the lake.As the name indicate it’s a deer park so it’s obvious that it a park for deer protection as their population is drastically going down. Its located north from Secunderabad and it was built during the rule of Nizam kings in the 20th century. Jawahar Deer Park is also known as the Shamirpet Deer Park as it’s located in the vicinity of Shamirpet a man made lake constructed 50 years back. Its spread over an area of 80 acres allocated to deer’s and other animals.

Transportation

By Road: The transportation is available by Road, Air and Rail. The best way to reach the place is by road as the site is near the vicinity of Outer Ring Road, making it easily accessible through road.

By Train: Secunderabad Railway station is the nearest railway station to reach Shamirpet Lake.

By Air: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is the nearest airport to Shamirpet Lake.

Timings : 08:00 - 19:00

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/Why-Hyderabadis-are-heading-to-Shamirpet-Lake/articleshow/54765185.cms

https://highwayonlyway.com/2013/07/25/high-on-hyderabad-ratnalayam-shamirpet-lake-picnic-hotspots/

https://crazyholidays.in/tours/details/575/jawahar-deer-park-with-shamirpet-lake

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Medchal-Malkajgiri

Headquarters      : Keesara
Revenue divisions : 2 (Keesara and Malkajgiri)
Mandals           : 14 
Population        : 2,542,203

Area (km2)        : 5,005.98 km2 (1,932.82 sq mi)
Highways          : NH 65, NH 44, NH 163, SH 1

Vehical Reg.      : TS-08

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Keesaragutta Temple

Keesaragutt Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Siva and his consorts Bhavani and Sivadurga at Keesaraguttain Rangareddy district. It is about 40 km from Hyderabad and 10 km from ECIL. It is located on a small hillock. The temple draws thousands of devotees on Shivaratri.

Legend has it that Sri Rama installed the Siva lingam here to atone for the sin of killing Ravana, a Brahman. He selected this beautiful valley surrounded by hills and verdant greenery for the purpose and ordered Hanuman to bring a Sivlingam from Varanasi. Hanuman was late in arriving with the Siva lingam and as the auspicious hour was nearing, Lord Siva himself appeared before Sri Rama and presented a Sivilingam for installation. Hence the lingam in the temple is called Swayambhu Linga. It is also called Ramalingeswara as lord Sri Rama had installed the lingam.

Hanuman returned with 101 lingams for selection from Varanasi and felt aggrieved at not having his lingam installed. Hence he threw them all over the area. Even to this day several lingams are found scattered all over the place outside the temple.

To mollify Hanuman, Sri Rama ordained that precedence would be given to him for worship at the temple. He also said that the hillock where the lingam was installed would bear his name kesarigiri i.e., Hanuman, the son of Kesari. Over a period of time, it has colloquially transformed and is now known as Keesara and the hill as Keesaragutta. Ever since, the rituals follow the command of Sri Rama.

Twelve statues of Jain Tirthankara idols which could date back to as early as the 4th-5th century AD, have been found at Keesaragutta temple on the outskirts the Indian city of Hyderabad, Indian media reported on Tuesday.

"Twelve panchaloha idols of the Jain Tirthankaras were unearthed during the course of conservation work 18, while the pathways were being laid between two temples near steps at a depth of one foot," the media quotes the director of Archaeology and Museums (Telangana), B Srinivas as telling reporters.

Objects made from Panchaloha are composed of five metals of some sacred significance, and are often used for making Hindu temple idols.

"Twelve idols of varying sizes, along with loose circular prabharahs (auras), circular parasols of different sizes, pedestals and broken elephant have been found.

All the bronzes (idols and other artifacts) are in the Kayotsarga posture (the so-called “dismissing the body” posture, when an idol is depicted standing stiffly) with a hook behind to accommodate chhatras (parasols) and 'prabhavali'," he explained. A Prabhavali is an aura around the deities, Srinivas added.

Judging by the symbols on the chests and on the heads of the idols, the statues of the idols can be dated back to 4th-5th century AD, concluded the director of Archaeology and Museums.

This is the first time “that the idols of Jain religion have been recovered in Keesaragutta, which proves that [the religion of] Jainism co-existed with Hinduism at Keesaragutta during the time of Vishnukundins in the 4-5th century," the official said, adding that chemical treatment would be conducted on the idols.

Keesaragutta, also known as Kesaragiri, is a range of hills that are about 300 feet high (slightly above 90 meters) that rise from the planes; there are flat and undulating areas over the tops of the hills. The temple was enclosed by a fort wall which was constructed during the Vishnukundin period (an Indian dynasty that controlled parts of the country during the 5th and 6th centuries AD).

 www.keesara.com

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keesaragutta_Temple


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