About Molangur Fort
Molangur Fort is a 13th-century hill fort located in Molangur village of Karimnagar district, Telangana. Built during the reign of Kakatiya king Pratapa Rudra by his army chief Voragiri Moggaraju, it served as a transit halt between Warangal and Elgandal forts. The fort features ruined walls, gates, bastions, ancient Shiva temples, and the famous Doodh Bowli well at its base.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore the ruins of a historic hilltop fort constructed on a massive granite hill. The site includes remnants of ramparts, gates, bastions, moats, and stables. Inside the fort are partly ruined Shiva temples and a water tank. At the foot of the hill lies the Doodh Bowli, a well known for its milky-white water. The fort offers panoramic views from its elevated position.
Key highlights
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13th-century Kakatiya-era hill fort
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Doodh Bowli (milky well) at the foot of the hill
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Ruins of ancient Shiva temples inside the fort
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Granite hill fortification with ramparts and bastions
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Panoramic views from the hilltop location
History of Molangur Fort
Built during the reign of Kakatiya king Pratapa Rudra (1289-1323 AD) by his army chief Voragiri Moggaraju. The fort served as a strategic transit halt for the Kakatiyas while traveling from Warangal Fort to Elgandal Fort. It is a protected site under the Archaeological Department.
Route
| By train | Nearest railway stations are Huzurabad (13 km) and Jammikunta (16 km) |
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| By road | Located 31 km from Karimnagar and 1.2 km from Molangur Bus Station |