Gollala Gudi temple in Mulugu notified as monument of national importance

The Gollala Gudi temple at Palampet in Mulugu district has been declared a monument of national importance by the Archaeological Survey of India. Located close to the UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple, the Trikutalaya structure features ornate sculptures, carved hamsas, and shrines with antechambers, reflecting the rich Kakatiya heritage.

Hyderabad: Gollala Gudi temple at Palampet, Mulugu district, has been declared as a monument of national importance by the Government of India, Ministry of Culture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) through a notification. 

The temple is located on the south-western side of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple in Palampet village, Mulugu district, according to Kotha Telangana Charithra Brundam (KTCB) said on Wednesday.

The temple is a Trikutalaya consisting of a mandapa facing east and surrounded by three garbhagrihas. The parapet is adorned with sculptures, while entablature and doorways have rows of carved hamsas with jali work which are the special features of this temple, members of the KTCB said.

The temple has two detached shrines in front of it which are beautifully carved and adorned with figures of dvarapalas. They have antechambers in front of them which are also decorated with fine cornices and screens. The plan of the main temple consists of a portico in front leading to the main hall centre having three shrines with anti-chambers towards the North, South and West.

The walls have various niches containing images of Vishnu, Lakshmi, Ganesha and Mahishasurmardini. The temple stands on a high plinth adorned with animal figures and floral designs, historians from KTCB added.