Old ‘Pandavula Gutta’ from Himalayas: Telangana’s untouched historical and geological gems

Hyderabad: There are many historical miracles in Telangana, including the ancient rocky structure of the Bhongir Fort to the Ramappa Temple listed by UNESCO. But beyond these famous sites, there is an ancient gem hidden which is older than the Himalayas, Pandavula Gutta, just 200 km from Hyderabad which is an ancient site that covers the secrets of both scientific miracles and human history. Its bumpy view presents a glimpse of the rich past of this region.

Meaning of Pandavula Gutta
The Pandavula Gutta, called the treasure of history and heritage, means the ‘hill of Pandavas’. It is a geological and cultural significance. According to local stories, the Pandavas of Mahabharata took refuge here once during their exile, which made this place mythologically important. There is evidence of human habitat from the Central Purush period on this hill. And the artworks present here show that this region was once home to ancient communities.

This gem is older than the Himalayas
Naveen, local research scholar from Local 18, says that Pandavula Gutta is a unique place as well as an important place for geological studies, the Geological Survey of India (GSI) recognized its importance in 2024 by nominating it as the only geophysical site of Telangana. It suggests that this site is not only a historical site but also some of its required Himalayas and it should be preserved as proof of the Deccan Plateau.

Parties in Pandavula Gutta
Pandavula Gutta is a heaven for honeymoon, courageous people and nature lovers, which offers a unique mixture of various activities for all. Here you can do trekking and rapping, rock climbing as well as seeing the beautiful view of sunset in the evening.