hands of Chalukyas and Kakatiyas
rulers. The temples and forts of
Telangana are the most famous.
The Warangal fort and Bhonagiri
fort were built during the rule of
Nizams and Mughals. Thousand
pillar temple in Warangal is an
example of Kakatiya art.
When we are talking about
architecture, we can’t forget
Charminar. Charminar is the
symbol of Hyderabad. The
architecture of Charminar is
influenced by the Nizam rulers of
the city.
Festivals of Telangana
Telangana festivals are colourful
with significant traditions and
cultures. The state celebrates
many common festivals of various
religions. The main and ideal
festivals of Telangana are Bonalu
and Bhathukamma.
Bonalu is the festival that falls
in the months of June/July. The
powerful goddess are worshiped
on the day of Bonalu. The famous
festival is celebrated with folk
music and traditional rituals. The
major part of Bonalu is celebrated
offering meals to the Goddesses
and celebrations post the prayers.
It is a festival of joy in worshiping
goddess along with the family and
relatives.
Bathukamma is another festival
of Telangana in the months
of September-October. It is a
floral festival that is celebrated
by women of Telangana.
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