Places to Visit in Srisailam

Places to Visit in Srisailam

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Srisailam Dam
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Dam
One of the major attractions of Srisailam is the Srisailam Dam constructed across River Krishna and placed in a deep canyon, in the thickly wooded Nallamala hill range. The dam has a length of 512 metres and an elevation of around 300 metres. It comprises of 12 radial crest gates and is... Read More »
Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Temple
The popular Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple is situated on the southern bank of Krishna River, at a height of about 457 metres. The temple was built by King Harihara Raya of Vijayanagar, some six centuries ago. It is built in typical Vijaynagar architectural style and houses one of the twelve... Read More »
Srisailam Sanctuary
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Sanctuary
One of the largest Tiger Reserves in India is situated in Srisailam. The sanctuary spans an area of 3568 square kilometres and the rugged terrain comprises of winding gorges. The sanctuary is covered by dry deciduous forests that include bamboo thickets and scrubs. The sanctuary houses a variety... Read More »
Bhramaramba Devi Temple
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Temple
The holy town of Srisailam is referred as Sri Parvata or the blessed hill in the Mahabharata epic and is even mentioned in the ancient Hindu Puranas. One of the most renowned temples in Srisailam is the Bhramaramba Devi Temple. It is situated on the southern bank of River Krishna, on the... Read More »
Mallela Theertham
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Religious
The Mallela Theertam waterfall is situated amidst a dense forest, at a distance of 50 kilometres from Srisailam. Tourists need to avail the muddy, bumpy road and around 250 steps down the valley, in order to reach the waterfall. Read More »
Hemareddy Mallamma Temple
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Temple
The Hemareddy Mallamma Temple is located on the western side of the Mallikarjuna Temple, about half kilometre away. The temple was built by Karnataka Veerashaiva Reddy Samaj in 2010. This temple is visited by innumerable pilgrims every year. An ashram is also situated adjacent to the temple. Read More »
Akka Mahadevi Caves
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Cave
During the 12th century, the cave was named after Akka Mahadevi, the renowned philosopher, ascetic and lyricist, who hailed from Karnataka. A Shiva Linga naturally existed in the dark and deep end of the cave and it is believed that Akka Mahadevi did penance in this cave. In order to reach these... Read More »
Sakshi Ganapati Temple
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Temple
The Sakshi Ganapati Temple is located in Srisailam, amidst natural settings. A black idol of Lord Ganapati or Ganesha is enshrined in this temple. The temple derived its name from the legend that the idol is the witness or ‘Sakshi’ for the devotees visiting this place.... Read More »
Hathakesvara Temple
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Temple
The Hatkesvaram Temple or Hathakesvara Temple is situated at a popular spot in Srisailam, where the most revered saint, Sri Sankaracharya wrote one of his philosophical treaties. This small temple enshrines a Shiva Linga and is revered by people from all parts of the country. Timing:... Read More »
Shikareswara Temple
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Places to Visit in Srisailam
  • Type: Temple
The Shikareswara Swamy Temple is situated in Sikharam, the highest point of Srisailam. The temple offers good view of the town and Krishna River. According to legends, the deity of this temple, an incarnation of Lord Shiva, has the power to eradicate the sins of the devotees. Timing:... Read More »

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