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Medak Fort is a 800 year old heritage fort and has brilliant architecture. It is located on top of a hill with three entrances – Prathama Dwaram”, the “SimhaDwaram and ‘the Gaja Dwaram’

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Parking Difficulty : Nil
Walking Needed : For 500 meters
Time Needed : 2-3 Hours
Open Timings : 6.00 AM to 7:00 PM
Still Photography : Allowed
Video Photography : Allowed
Cooler Climate for most part of the year.
Carry Umbrella
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers
Carry Binoculars
Nearest Railway Station : Chegunta Railway Station
Nearest Airport : Hyderabad Airport
Nearest National Highway : NH44
Nearest Landmark : Fort Road

It was built during the 12th century under the reign of the Kakatiya ruler, Pratapa Rudra and it was initially called ‘MethukuDurgam’ in Telugu. The fort also has seen some contributions from Vijayanagara kings.

It served as a command post as well as a granary for Kakatiyas.

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