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Places to Visit Near Khammam

Khammam has 4 places covered here for places to visit near Khammam, including Khammam Fort, Lakaram lake, Khanapuram Haveli and Narasimha Swamy Temple. Each page lists timings,

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Khammam has 4 places covered here for places to visit near Khammam, including Khammam Fort, Lakaram lake, Khanapuram Haveli and Narasimha Swamy Temple. Each page lists timings, entry fees and directions where sources provide them.

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Khammam Fort

Khammam Fort is a hill fort with a history of over a thousand years. History says that it was built during the Kakatiya period. This place, mentioned as "Khammamettu" in ancient inscriptions, is a historical center that combines spirituality, strategic importance, and architectural splendor. The foundation stone for the construction of this fort was laid in 950 CE. Three farmers from the village of Velugumatla—Ranga Reddy, Laxma Reddy, and Velma Reddy—discovered a treasure while working in the fields and, with the permission of the Kakatiya lords, used the money to build the fort.

Heritage

Lakaram lake

Lakaram lake is a lake in the city of Khammam. Located nearly 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from a bus station, it is one of the main tourist attractions of the city. It has been developed recently under the auspices of Khammam MLA Sri Puvvada Ajay Kumar by the State government of Telangana under Mission Kakatiya. Until 15 years ago it was surrounded by trees, but today has an adjoined park named Lakaram Lake View. The lake is popular for boating.

Heritage

Khanapuram Haveli

Khanapuram Haveli is a census town in Khammam district of the Indian state of Telangana. It is located in Khammam (urban) mandal of Khammam revenue division. The town is a constituent of Khammam Urban Agglomeration. Khanapuram Haveli is a census town in Khammam district of the Indian state of Telangana. It is located in Khammam (urban) mandal of Khammam revenue division.

Heritage

Narasimha Swamy Temple

This temple of the "Narasimha Swami" deity is quite famous and also the reason for the name of "Khammam". On a hill top, it offers nice views especially in the evenings. The hill top is accessible by car.

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