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Discover The Prehistoric Secrets And Dinosaur Fossils Hidden In Telangana
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News18•05-10-2026, 15:38
Discover The Prehistoric Secrets And Dinosaur Fossils Hidden In Telangana
- •Vemanapalli in the Mancherial district of Telangana is renowned for its rich geological history, featuring dinosaur remains and ancient fossils.
- •Officials from the Geology and Archaeology Department discovered significant dinosaur remains in the Mangenapalli forest area in 1984.
- •Fossilised tree remains and unusual shapes resembling fish, starfish and turtles have been uncovered along streams in Oddugudem, Sumputam and Vemanapalli.
- •The region also holds human history, notably featuring 12th-century Dashavatara statues from the Kakatiya period in Rajaram village.
- •Locals argue that Vemanapalli's unique combination of prehistoric fossils and cultural heritage deserves much greater recognition.
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According to local accounts, officials from the Geology and Archaeology Department discovered dinosaur remains in the Mangenapalli forest area of Mancherial district in 1984.
The area features the Pranahita-Godavari valley known for dinosaur remains, extinct species fossils, fossilised tree remains resembling marine life, lush forests, and rare plant life.
Rajaram village is home to Dashavatara statues that are believed to date back to around the 12th century during the Kakatiya period.
