| Sightseeing Highlights:
The main attraction here is a visit to Puttaparthi, the home of Sri Satya Sai Baba, believed to be the reincarnation of Shirdi Sai Baba. The place gets millions of devotees coming in every year.
Another site worth visiting is Thimmamma Marrimanu, an amazing 550-year-old banyan tree that is mentioned in the Guinness Book of World Records for its enormous size.
Situated near Anantapur, Penna Ahobilam is renowned for its Lord Narasimha Swamy Temple.
One can also see the Anantasagaram, which is an old reservoir in Anantapur.
Anantapur has a many more tourist places such as Ravadurg Gooty and Penukonda Fort.
Other Activities:
Tourists can have picnics at Alur waterfalls, 70 km from Anantapur.
Shopping for silk is a must here, as this entire district is known for its silk trade.
Another known tourist destination is Lepakshi, famous for its artistic temples built in the 16th century.
Located in the westernmost part of the state, Anantapur
is the birth Place of Sri Satya Sai Baba and is the largest district in
the state. It is also called Anantapuram and is famous for its silk
trade. It is said that Anantapur got its name from 'Anantasagaram'
which means an endless ocean, so named after a huge tank in the
vicinity. This district is also known for its many pilgrimage centers,
forts and handicrafts. |
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