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About
The Thousand Pillar Temple stands at the base of Hanamkonda hill. It was built in the 12th century by the Kakatiya king Rudra Deva and is also known as the Sri Rudreshwara Swamy Temple.
The temple is dedicated primarily to Lord Shiva, but three deities are worshipped here, Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Lord Surya, each in a shrine of its own. Together the three shrines are known as the Trikutalayam.
It is known for its intricately carved pillars. A large Nandi carved from a single rock, rock-cut elephants and fine engravings are among its other attractions. The temple is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.
What to see
- Intricately carved pillars
- The Nandi carved from a single rock
- Rock-cut elephants and engravings
- Three shrines (Trikutalayam) for Shiva, Vishnu and Surya
Plan your visit
Approximate, from the Telangana Secretariat near Tank Bund; the actual drive depends on your route.
Sources and corrections
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- About — hanumakonda.telangana.gov.in/…/thousand-pillar-temple · incredibleindia.gov.in/…/thousand-pillar-temple · checked 15 Nov 2026
- Getting there — hanumakonda.telangana.gov.in/…/thousand-pillar-temple · checked 15 Nov 2026
- Road distance — openstreetmap.org/directions · checked 15 Nov 2026
- Map location — wikidata.org/wiki/Q7797068 · checked 15 Nov 2026
Page reviewed: 15 Nov 2026