Quilla Ramalayam

Quilla Ramalayam, also known as Raghunath Temple, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama and Sita Devi. Located atop the 10th-century Nizamabad Fort, the temple features spacious halls with a unique ventilation system that keeps it cool. Built by Rashtrakuta kings and later associated with Kakatiya architecture and Chhatrapati Shivaji, it offers panoramic views of the city and serves as a significant religious and heritage site.

Visitors can expect to climb approximately 105 steps to reach the temple situated on top of Nizamabad Fort. The temple features spacious halls spread over 3,900 square feet with intricate architecture and a natural cooling system. Visitors can explore the fort's massive walls, bastions, and enjoy panoramic views of Nizamabad city. The site combines religious devotion with historical exploration of the fort's Muslim-influenced architecture.

The fort was built in the 10th century by Rashtrakuta Kings and later occupied and renovated by Kakatiyas. The temple is believed to have been built by Chhatrapati Shivaji or his guru Samarth Ramdas. The fort witnessed rule by various dynasties including Allauddin Khilji, Bahamanis, and Qutub Shahis. A prison within the fort housed legendary poet Dasharathi Krishnamacharyalu during the early years of independence.

Important Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Rama; locally associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji and Samarth Ramdas. The temple represents a blend of Hindu religious traditions with Islamic architectural influences from the fort's history.