Kakatiya Dynasty (AD 1163 – AD 1323)

The Kakatiya Dynasty was one of the most powerful dynasties in South India. The most important kings of the Kakatiya Dynasty were Prataparudra I and Ganapatideva. Warangal was the headquarters of the Kakatiya Dynasty. The capital was built in Warangal by Prataparudra I. Ganapatideva was the most powerful king of the Kakatiya Dynasty. Rudramadevi was the female ruler of the Kakatiya Dynasty. The Raichur Fort was built during the time of Rudramadevi. The Thousand Pillar Temple in Warangal was built by the Kakatiya Dynasty. The Kakatiya Dynasty fell into disrepute due to constant attacks by the Sultans of Delhi.