1 Nagarjuna Sagar

Nagarjuna Sagar is one of the largest & highest dams in Asia. The word is derived from a hillock island Nagarjunakonda where a Buddhist Guru once lived. Being the second biggest water reservoir in India, it is the pride of Telangana. Constructed across River Krishna at Nagarjuna Sagar on the border of Nalgonda District, Telangana and Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh State, the dam was built by 1967. When the gates open while the peak monsoon season, the view is breathtaking. It is 152 km from Hyderabad. You can stay at Vijay Vihar Hotel, close to the dam and wake up to a serene view. Nagarjuna Sagar is also extensively known for Buddhavanam Theme Park on the banks of the River Krishna. The park is divided into eight segments and the thematic segments showcase the life episodes of Gautama Buddha. Ensure to visit the park when you visit the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam. Not just that, you can also visit the nearby attractions which include- Ethipothala Waterfall & Nagarjunakonda Museum.

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2 Laknavaram

Laknavaram Lake situated in Govindaraopet Mandal is a popular getaway spot these days. It is nearly 219 km away from Hyderabad. Kakatiya kings built the lake in the 13th century by blocking three narrow valleys. Medaram, twenty kilometers from Laknavaram is very popular for Sammakka Saralamma Jatara; a Hindu tribal festival is one of the largest tribal gathering in the world which occurs once every two years. Almost ten million people attend for over four days.

There are 13 islands in the lake and a hanging bridge of joining three islands. A thick, dense forest surrounds the lake. The famous attractions in the area are Thousand Pillar Temple, Pakhal Lake, Ramappa Lake, Ghanpur Group Temples, Kakatiya Rock Garden, Pandavulagutta, Kakatiya Musical Garden and Bhadrakali Temple. Visit these places and stay at Haritha Hotel Laknavaram to have a short refreshing getaway.

3 Ramappa

Ramappa Lake is another vast lake which was built by Kakatiya rulers; it is the pride of Warangal. Being 209 km from the twin cities, Warangal also has many other attractions with amazing Kakatiya art in the Ramalingeswara Temple. Ramappa Temple is widely known for its architecture as the Kakatiyas had built it in 1173 BC. Ramappa Lake is an excellent place for a quick getaway as it is amidst lush greenery and hills. Lake View Resort Ramappa is very close to the lake. Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary, 63 km from Ramappa is one of the oldest sanctuaries of the state. There is a huge variety of flora and fauna to admire. Also, visit Ghanpur Group Temple and Pandavula Guhalu, the densely forested hillock in Narsapur. There are caves which date back to the 9-10th century BC and it is believed that the Pandavas from the Mahabharata stayed there during their exile it was named Pandavula Guhalu. You can also make use of the boating facilities near the lake, which makes it an ideal monsoon vacation spot.

4 Somasila

Somasila is a village in Mahabubnagar District, Telangana. The small town is widely known for 15 temples built around Shivlingas. It is 172 km from Hyderabad. It is also famous for Somasila Dam which is on the banks of River Penna, Krishna Sangamam & Tungabhadra. Enjoy the peaceful calm & relaxed time as the dam provides a scenic and serene view of nature. It is a perfect place for people who love greenery and trekking. You can stay in the Somasila Hotel with green valleys all around and visit Sangameswara Temple, which is extensively famous for its history and location. Other attractions include- Sri Jogulamba Bala Brahmeswara Swamy Temple (Alampur), Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple (Singotam) & Madhava Swamy Temple (Kollapur)

5 Jannaram

Jannaram is a Mandal in Mancherial District, Adilabad, Telangana and 258 km from Hyderabad. Extensively known for Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary Tiger Reserve, it is an ideal getaway amidst the bountiful nature and a flourishing forest. Stay at our Haritha Hotel, Jannaram and cherish your stay near the natural hotspots of Telangana. You can trek in amidst the greenery, go for safari ride and boating on the nearby reservoir and even experience the mighty view at Kuntala Waterfalls. You can also explore Deer park, Kawal wildlife sanctuary, Pochera waterfalls, Kala Ashram, and Nirmal District.

If you're looking for short and pocket-friendly getaways nearby, these places are perfect for you. You can easily cover the attractions of all the spots mentioned above in just 2-3 days. Stay at our budget-friendly hotels and have a peaceful time amidst nature away from the buzz of the city!