Karimnagar, the administrative headquarters of the
Karimnagar District, is situated 160 km mortheast of
Hyderabad in
Andhra Pradesh. The city was named after Syed Karimuddin, who is thought to be its founder. Karimnagar was formerly known as 'Sabbinadu' and inscriptions of the
Kakatiya king Prola II and Prataparudra found at Karimnagar and
Srisailam suggest evidence of its rich history.
Karimnagar is a prominent agricultural center in the state. Vast agricultural area around the town is watered by the Godavari River.
Places of tourist interest around the town include Elgandal (10 km) and Vemulawada (35 km).
Karimnagar is well connected to Warangal, Nizamabad , Medak and other parts of the state by road. Nearest airport is at Hyderabad (160 km).
