Koilkonda Fort

Location

Koilkonda Fort is situated at Koilkonda in Mahabubnagar district of Telangana.

Description

Koilkonda Fort is the erstwhile outpost of the Qutab Shahi dynasty situated on a hilltop. To reach the top, one needs to hike across a deep gorge on the west or a series of streams if coming through east before reaching a plight of steps that leads to the fort. To enter the Koilkonda Fort, seven gates have to be crossed. The first one spots an inscription of Ibrahim Qutab Shah that belongs to 1550 AD. Fourth gate leads to a dilapidated palace. There is also a mosque, an Idgah and a pond here. The Fort also has a ashurkhana dedicated to Bibi Fatima and is revered by both Hindus and Muslims.

Existing Condition

The fort is in a ruinous condition and has no signage or facilities for visitors.

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References

  1. https://mahabubnagar.telangana.gov.in/gallery/koilkonda-fort/

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