Ranga Reddy History

Ranga Reddy History

A thousand Gods and the Micro chip meet here in Rangareddy District. Located in the rocky Deccan landscape in Central India, adjacent to the capital of Andhra Pradesh, the Rangareddy District is spread over 7000 sq.km, and has been the meeting ground for various civilizations and religions through the ages. And today it is the fastest growing District in the State, perhaps in the Country. Woven into its landscape are the most ancient and the most modern of structures - some made by myth and mystery and the others the handiwork of man. Drenched in the aura of the mythical and the mystical are the places like Keesaragutta, Maheshwaram and Anantagiri in the RR District. The Shiva temples in the area belong to great antiquity and even the beautiful lakes that dot the District have about them a hundred legends of yore. In utter contrast to the antiquity and mystery are the giant modern structures built by man. The Hi-tech City with its conglomerate of global IT giants like the IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, Motorola etc.,the IIIT, the upcoming Knowledge Park, the National Institute of Fashion Technology, the crafts village Shilparamam, all show case man's ingenuity and skill.

Himayath Sagar :

Distance from Hyderabad :24kms. '' Sagar '' meaning ocean in Sanskrit is descriptive of this massive expanse of water. The placid and unpolluted waters of this lake have been the source of drinking water to the people of twin cities for a long time now. The splendid surroundings of the lake providea welcome respite to the city-weary populace.

Shamirpet Lake:

Distance from Hyderabad : 42kms A huge lake attracting a variety of birds and the tired city dwellers. The people come to breathe in the fresh air and soak in the coolness of the place. Situated at a relatively very short distance from the twin cities, it is an easy spot to reach for a rejuvenating weekend in the guest houses by the lake.

Maheshwaram:

Distance from Hyderabad : 40 kms.The lord of destruction and resurrection of the Hindu trinity, Lord Shiva reigns supreme among the ruins left by the ravages of time and man. Besides the main temple, Maheshwaram has two fortresses - Shiva Ganga and Vishnu Ganga, the Kacheri house of Akkanna and Madanna, famous ministers of Bhaktha Ramdas era, the Kodanda Ramalayam, and the Shivaji Durgam. Every edifice here bears the imprint of more than 500 years of history. Making an unforgettable impression on the mind's eye are the exquisite and detailed sculptures in the many temples here.

Anantagiri Hills:

Distance from Hyderabad :75 Kms A surprise feature in the rocky, brown landscape of the RR District is the Anantagiri hill range. This startlingly beautiful hill station is an ideal and upcoming summer resort. With ancient cave-like structures and bathing ghats, with the temple of Lord Ananta Padhmanabha built centuries ago by a muslim king - this is yet another place that bears testimony to the glorious history of the land.

Chilkur:

Distance from Hyd : 28 kms.Nestled in an arm of the beautiful Himayath sagar lake this little village is not only scenic but is also held sacred by the people of the region. The ancient temple of the Lord Balaji is located on an excellent spot by the side of the lake and is increasingly attracting devotees of God as well as of nature. The National Deer Park here is an attempt to protect and nurture the beautiful fauna of the land.

Durgam Cheruvu:

Distance from Hyderabad : 10 kms.Among the many lakes that dot the Rangareddy District and the twin cities, Durgam Cheruvu is the most unspoilt and quietest. Surrounded by the unique rock mounds that mark the plateau, the ''cheruvu'' or the lake makes for a welcome get away from the noisy urban milieu. Boat rides on the lake, games and food stalls add further to the atmosphere of relaxation here.

Keesaragutta:

Distance from Hyd. : 35 kms.A thousand ''Shiva Lingas''. All dating back to times beyond memory. Keesaragutta, a unique hillock with a thousand gods, is well known as the place where Lord Rama worshipped Shiva ages and ages ago. The temple here with over a thousand years of history has a unique sand sculpture in the sanctum sanctorum And the archealogical museum here houses artifacts dating back to the 4th century. Keesara is a testament to the Artefacts of the land.>

Hi-Tech City:

Distance from Hyderabad : 12 kms.The most happening place for Information Technology in this part of the globe. Home for IT giants like the IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, GE, Motorola etc., the Hi-tech city in Madhapur is the symbol of man's capacity and skill in the ever expanding frontiers of knowledge. Providing a great contrast to the historicity of the land, this technological hub is an energitic and creative response to the contemporary needs of the country and the world.

Shilparamam:

Distance from Hyderabad : 12 kms.With the backdrop of the Hi-tech city building, the symbol of the most modern skills of man, Shilparamam at Madhapur showcases the age old, exquisite arts and crafts of the state of Andhra Pradesh and the country. Spread over 50-acres of land and only 6 years old, this village has given a tremendous boost to arts and crafts and has become a commercial heaven for artisans. A thousand varieties of handicrafts are sold here by the craftsmen themselves. There is an amphitheatre for folk arts with daily performances and thousands flock here to savour their cultural, artistic, and aesthetic heritage.

Ramoji Film City:

Distance from Hyderabad : 22 kms.This is the world's largest film city. It offers excellent and comprehensive facilities for filmmaking and is attracting producers from all over the world. The guided tours through the fantastic landscapes are a major attraction here. To walk through the Mauryan splendour of a bygone era, through the Mughal magic and to wander through the world of the wild west is the easiest thing to do in this concrete world of make-believe. A place where dreams look real and where fantasy is great fun.

Dhola Ri Dhani:

Distance from Hyd : 22kms.A northern wind is blowing here in the south at Dhola ri Dhani. Visually it is a typical Rajasthani village, complete with a temple, Ghoomar Jhoomar the amphitheatre for performing the folk arts, Kund - a swimming pool and Maan Manuhar the chowki-style restaurant with ethnic cuisine, lawns, dance floor and the artifact shop. All these make for a functional blend of the ethnic and the modern. Come, experience the ambience of Rajasthan. Come to a resort with a difference.

Ocen Park:

Distance from Hyd : 15 kms.An ocean of fun and fantasy plumb in the middle of the plateau. A world class amusement and water theme park. This is a place for pure fun and frolic with a variety of water rides - sliding, rafting, going zip-zap-zoom, carousing in the wave pool and many more. Ocean Park offers variety of fun things to do in water, on land and in air for people of all age groups. It is situated just 15 kms from the state capital at Gandipet in 20 acres of landscaped gardens.

Runway:

Distance from Hyderabad : 17 kms. Sweeping people off their feet and setting them on the track to a wild and thrilling adventure sport is the Runway - 9 in Kompally. Go- Karting is one of the youngest action sports that has already over 80 million fans world-wide. India's first and a state-of-the-art Go-Karting facility, Runway-9 is on a 5 acre plot in Kompally on the National Highway-7. Runway-9 has a full scale 711 metres concrete track conforming to international standards. Illuminated at night, the track is attached to a huge grandstand that includes a club house with multiple restaurants and other facilities - pool parlours, archery range, even a play centre for children making it an ideal family recreation centre.

Sanghi:

Distance from Hyderabad : 26 kms.A marble marvel built by the Sanghi family, this magnificient temple is situated at Sanghi nagar, 26 kms from Hyderabad. Sculpted by the renowned craftsman Sri Ganapathy Stapathy, this temple complex - ''Paramanandagiri'', has temples of Lord Hanuman, Lord Venkateshwara, Lord Rama, Lord Ganesha, Lord Kartikeya, Goddess Durga and Goddess Ashtalakshmi. A visual delight, this temple complex has an ambience of serenity and sanctity that opens the mind to new vistas.