Located 4 km west of Mahabubnagar City in Telangana, Pillalamarri Literally, this is one of the largest, oldest, and largest banyan system in India. Sowing at 13 years oldTh Century Ce, this ficus benghalensis It has witnessed more than 700 years of history and continues to attract tourists with its vast canopy and air network.
today, Pillalamarri’s The crown covers about 4 acres, with its extreme east-west dimensions of about 405 feet and north-south about 408 feet. The total circumference of the canopy is 1,263 feet, making it one of the largest banyan trees in Asia. Initially, the tree consisted of a single central torso surrounded by countless antennas. Over the years, these roots have penetrated deep into the soil, thickened and developed into their own trunks, forming a complex network of interconnected stems.
In this tree system, two Sophie saint, Jamal Hussein and Kamal Hussein. While some people think that graves are directly under the trees, they are actually located a short distance away and can be accessed through the separate entrance of the shrine. Their presence nearby adds a spiritual dimension to the site. In addition, 16Th Century Rajarajeswara Temple moved here from here Eladin In 1981, during the construction of the Srisailam reservoir, it was preserved under submerged.
Despite its seven centuries of resilience, Pillalamarri Due to the combination of natural and human-related factors, banyan trees are now under severe ecological pressure. The tree faces multiple threats, including termite invasion, lack of water, soil compaction due to increased root traffic, mechanical pressure on heavy branches and natural aging.
The Telangana government has adopted several conservation programs, including treating termite invasion with environmentally friendly pesticides, implementing soil ditches to improve root aeration, installing metal and concrete support to prevent branch collapse, limiting visitor movement under the canopy to reduce soil compatibility and continue monitoring the health of the tree.
To prove its lasting elasticity, Pillalamarri Banyan Tree will host a special visit to Miss World 2025 contestants. As part of their cultural journey in Telangana, contestants will witness this living traditional site, bringing international attention to its ecological and cultural significance.
This article was written by Kanishka Yadav, a student at IIT Hyderabad, who is now internship with Deccan Chronicle.
