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. Initially built with mud, the fort was later made into a permanent structure with granite stones. The pond dug by Laxma Reddy eventually became known as the "Lakaram Cheruvu". The construction of this fort was completed in the year 1006. After that, Khammam Fort continued to be under the control of the Reddy dynasty for 300 years. Later, the Velama kings, Nandavani, Kallur and Gudluru dynasties ruled this fort. After the fall of the Kakatiya Empire, 74 feudal kings fought for ten years under the leadership of Musuruli with the aim of unifying the Telugu land. In this struggle, Odra Gajapathi Raja conquered Khammam Fort and Mahendra heroes like Kapa Naidu and Pola Naidu took (Musunuri Nayaks) over the rule. In the 15th century, Sitapati Raju, who came to rule Khammam fort, was appointed as the regent

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