Gollala Gudi

Gollala Gudi is a 12th-century Kakatiya-era trikuta temple located in Palampet village, Mulugu district, Telangana. Built in 1213 CE by Recharla Rudra during the reign of Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva, this Hindu temple features three sanctum sanctorums and is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, ornamental walls, and sculpted doorways. Recently declared a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India in September 2026, it sits southwest of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ramappa Temple.

Visitors can explore a well-preserved Kakatiya-era trikuta temple with three sanctum sanctorums arranged on the north, south, and west sides with a mandapa on the east. The temple showcases exquisite stone carvings including hamsas (swans), jali latticework on parapets and doorways, carved pillars of granite and dolerite, and decorative motifs similar to those at Ramappa Temple. The structure is built without binding mortar using sandstone and features a stepped tower made of lightweight porous bricks.

Built in 1213 CE by Recharla Rudra (also known as Recherla Rudra Reddy), a general serving under Kakatiya rulers Rudradeva and Ganapati Deva. The temple took approximately 40 years to complete. An inscription in the temple dates it to 1213 CE. It represents the architectural brilliance of the Kakatiya dynasty (1123-1323 CE) and was constructed using traditional techniques without binding mortar.

The temple exemplifies Kakatiya architectural style and dharmic traditions of temple construction integrated with natural settings. Its sculptures illustrate regional dance customs and Kakatiyan culture. The trikutalaya design and intricate carvings demonstrate the high artistic quality of Kakatiya-period craftsmanship.