Ramappa Temple, also known as the Rudreshwara Temple, is a Hindu temple built in the Kakatiya style and dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Palampet village.
The Ramappa Temple is located in Mulugu district, Telangana, India. It is situated 15 km (9.3 mi) from Mulugu, 66 km (41 mi) from Warangal, and 209 km (130 mi) from Hyderabad. An inscription in the temple indicates that it was constructed in 1213 CE by Recharla Rudra Reddy, a general of the Kakatiya dynasty.
The Ramappa Temple was constructed during the reign of the Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva (r. 1199–1262). Located near Ramappa Lake, the temple complex, which consists of three temples, was built between 1212 and 1234. It was designed and architected by the renowned architect Ramappa.
The temple complex is named after its architect, Ramappa. During his visit to the Kakatiya Empire, Marco Polo is said to have referred to the temple as "the brightest star in the galaxy of temples." In July 2021, the Ramappa Temple was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.