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Historic Kakatiya-Era Gollala Gudi Temple Declared National Monument
The Gollala Gudi Temple is an ancient temple in Telangana.
It was built during the time of the Kakatiya dynasty.
The government has now recognized it as a monument of national importance.
The temple has three small sanctums and a large pillared hall.
Its walls and entrances have many detailed carvings.
Some carvings show animals, flowers, gods and door guardians.
The temple is near the famous Ramappa Temple.
The Archaeological Survey of India plans to repair and conserve it so people can visit more easily.
The Kakatiya-era Gollala Gudi Temple in Palampet, Telangana, has been declared a monument of national importance.
The notification was published in the official gazette on August 31 by the Ministry of Culture.
The temple is a Trikutalaya with three sanctums, including a central shrine containing a Shiva lingam.
Its architecture features carved hamsas, latticework, sculptures, guardian figures, deity images, animal motifs and floral designs.
The Archaeological Survey of India plans roof repairs, ground levelling and flooring restoration to improve public access.
- Who
- The Government of India and the Archaeological Survey of India declared the Kakatiya-era Gollala Gudi Temple a monument of national importance.
- What
- The Gollala Gudi Temple received national monument status, with conservation work planned.
- Where
- The temple is in Palampet village, Mulugu district, Telangana, southwest of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kakatiya Rudreshwara, or Ramappa, Temple.
- When
- The notification was published in the official gazette on August 31; officials announced the decision on Wednesday, with the report dated September 2.
- Why
- The temple was recognized for its architectural heritage and distinctive carvings; the Archaeological Survey of India also plans repairs to improve public access.
Key facts
- Monument
- Gollala Gudi Temple
- Historical period
- Kakatiya period
- Location
- Palampet village, Mulugu district, Telangana
- Designation
- Monument of national importance
- Notification date
- August 31
- Architectural type
- Trikutalaya, or shrine with three sanctums
- Planned conservation
- Roof repairs, ground levelling and flooring restoration
- Nearby heritage site
- Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple
Quotes
PIB Culture
The Press Information Bureau’s Culture account, which announced the designation on X
“Historic Gollala Gudi Temple at Palampet, Mulugu, Telangana, has been declared a Monument of National Importance by the @ASIGoI! The Kakatiya-era Trikutalaya, near the @UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple, is renowned for its exquisite carvings and architectural heritage.”
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