Siddeshwara Swamy Temple

Significance
Siddeshwara Temple is located in Hanamkonda at a distance of about 4 Km from the city centre of Warangal and 142 Km from Hyderabad. The temple is also known as Paschimdwara Mukha Temple because of its entrance gate facing west. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva like many other temples of South India. This is one of the most ancient temples of the Telangana region and holds a significant place in the hearts of people not because of its religious importance but also for its architecture style. It is one of the most important temple for all the devotees of Lord Shiva and for all the people who have interest in architecture and ancient history.

History
Siddeshwara temple has a rich ancient history associated with it. The temple was built in 3rd century A.D. Even though built in a time period when life was totally different from today’s world, people fascinate about the architecture of this temple a lot.

Legend
The legend say that sage Appa Swamy who started doing penance in a cave near the temple.Lord Shiva was deeply impressed and appeared.On the request of Saint Appa Swamy Lord Shiva Manifested.There are caves where sages Appa Swamy did his penance.