Shapur Khila

Date: 4th March

Shapur Khila is located on the way to Warangal off the main highway. The fort is small yet beautiful, though it is maintained poorly. The road to the fort goes through a small village and is 5 kms off the main highway. The fort was built by the Kakatiya Dynasty that ruled Warangal region and were famous for temple building, fortifications and the construction of lakes.  Shapur Khila has a watch tower with steps leading to the top and is in ruins now. The fort walls that one can see in Shapur is made of rough stone,baked bricks and clay. Small passages lead to the to of the rampart which is broken down but accessible. The fort is not huge in size and is surrounded by verdant green fields.

A small but big chunk of history is in need of repairs and more visitors who will help the place develop.