Fort Ruins Of Gandikota - Grand Canyon Of India - Gorge - India Holidays Royalty-Free Stock Photo

Gandikota is a small village in the Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh. The village is majorly known for housing the spectacular gorge which is famously adjudged as the Grand Canyon of India. The stunning gorge has been created by the waters of the famous river Pennar that streams from the Erramala hills. There are several other attractions in and near the village that allure visitors, the most special being the ancient, magnificent Gandikota fort that sits majestically on top of the gorge. Apart from the unmatched beauty of the gorge, the mystical charm of this fort makes a visit to this village all the more exciting for history lovers and adventure seekers.The famous ruins of the Gandikota fort spread itself on a vast area of land. Built-in the thirteenth century entirely with red stones, it consists of beautiful palaces adorned with stunning carvings. A tall five-mile wall guards the entire vicinity of the Gandikota Fort.