During the 18th century Kurnool formed the jagir of a semi-independent Pathan Nawab, whose descendant was dispossessed by the British government for treason in 1838.
The Nawab's former territory became a district of Madras Presidency, with Kurnool as its capital. The district surrounded the princely state of Banganapalle. After India's independence in 1947, Kurnool became part of the state of Madras, created out of the former Madras presidency, and Banganapalle was added to the district. The eleven northern districts of Madras state became the new state of Andhra in 1953, and Kurnool served as the state's first capital. In 1956 Andhra Pradesh was formed by combining the Andhra State and Telangana region, formerly part of Hyderabad state. Hyderabad was made the capital of new enlarged state of Andhra Pradesh.
Kurnool is the only city in India that is located in between two rivers: Tungabhadra and Hundri.The historic Konda Reddy Fort is located in the heart of Kurnool. This has an underground hidden pathway (swarang) of about 25 km to Allampur (a neighbouring town).
Kurnool is a city in Andhra Pradesh state of southern India. It is the administrative seat of the district of the same name. The Boundaries of Kurnool district are Guntur and Nellore districts in the East, Ballary district in the West, Mahaboobnagar district in the North, Cuddapah and Anantapur districts in the South directions.
Kurnool is a city in Andhra Pradesh state of southern India. It is the administrative seat of the district of the same name. The Boundaries of Kurnool district are Guntur and Nellore districts in the East, Ballary district in the West, Mahaboobnagar district in the North, Cuddapah and Anantapur districts in the South directions.
This district has Historic importance. Once this district is called as Kandhanaole and later it is named as Kurnool. This place was under the rule of Telugu Chola, kakathiya and Vijayanagara Kings, Delhi Sultans and Nizam Nawabs. The king Polamavema Reddy developed Pilgrimage places for the convenience of the pilgrims during his period. The river Krishna at Srikalahasti is called as Pathala Ganga.
Kurnool, a distinct city with culture and glory. It's the capital city of Diamonds' Merchants. It has historical monuments like Gummaz, Konda Reddy Burz, Fort touching Tunga Badra River, Temples, Mosques and Churches.Kurnool is equipped with a large General Hospital and Medical College. Simulteneously developed with Engineering Colleges. Kurnool is having good road and rail way facilities. It has number of colleges and Institutions since British Rule.
Kurnool lies in the west-central part of Andhra Pradesh State, southern banks of the Tungabhadra and Handri rivers. It was the capital of Andhra Pradesh from 1953 until 1956. It is the headquarters of the district.In 12th century AD, the Odders, who carted stones for the construction of the temple Alampur, used the site on which the town now stands as a halting place before crossing the Tungabhadra and greased their cart wheels with oil locally supplied by some of the oil mongers, and called the place 'Kandanavolu' which in course of time came to be known as Kurnool.
Historical Significance of KurnoolOf historical interest are the ruins of a royal fort dating back to the medieval kingdom of Vijayanagar, which flourished from the 14th to the 16th century. Several Persian and Arabic inscriptions, which throw light on various aspects of historical interests, are noted at the place.Prime Attractions of Kurnool.
Kurnool does not have much to offer to the tourists there are only few places, which are worth watching. The Kondareddy Buruz protected under the Ancient Monuments Preservation Act. The Tomb of Abdul Wahab on the bank of Hindri, Built in AD 1618. The remains of the palace of Gopal Raju, the last Hindu rulers of Kurnool. Few important temples are of 'Nagareswarasawami', 'Peta Anjaneyaswami', 'Venugoplaswami', 'Iswaraswami', 'Saibab', and 'Birla Mandir' or 'Stayanarayaswami'.
Excursions of Kurnool
§ Ahobilam : Ahobilam, is a great religious centre of considerable antiquity, it is located 74-km from Nandyal and 26-km from Allagaddal. It is a reputed Hindu pilgrim centre, especially for Vishnavites. The temple is divided into two parts- the lower Ahobilam and the upper Ahobilam. The upper Ahobilam is a plateau 2,800' above sea level.
§ Adoni : It has a fort, once a stronghold of Vijayanagar Empire stands in ruins upon five rocky granite hills. There are two of hills are each about 800ft in height. Jamma Masjid is a fine piece of Muslim architecture located in Adoni.
§ Srisailam : Srisailam is situated in the thick and inaccessible forests of the Nallamalai hills, in the northeastern portion of the Nandikotkur Taluk of Kurnool District. It is one of the most ancient and sacred places in South India, and this important religious shrine stands on the Rishabhagiri hill, on the southern bank of the sacred river Krishna. Srisailam is referred to as 'Sri Giri', 'Sriparvata', 'Rudra Parvata' and 'Seshachalam' in several texts and Puranas.
§ Mahanandi : Mahanandi is located 16-km from Nandyal. It is a reputed pilgrim centre in the State and a scenic spot owing to its location to the east of the Nallamalla hill ranges in a natural gorge of ravishing beauty surrounded on all sides by thick forests.
General Information about Kurnool
Climate: Tropical
Temperature Range
Summer: Max 44°C and Min 31°C
Winter: Max 32°C and Min 19°C
Rainfall: Seasonal
Clothing: Light Cottons
STD Code: 08518
Location : West-Central Part Of Andhra Pradesh
Famous For : Kandanavolu
Recently Called : Former Capital Of Andhra Pradesh State
Famous For : Kandanavolu
Recently Called : Former Capital Of Andhra Pradesh State
