Srisailam

Srisailam is a devotional town situated in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. This town is famous for the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Temple which is known as an important place of pilgrimage for the Shaktism and Shaivism sects of Hinduism. The town attracts thousands of pilgrims every year because of its spirituality and its religious ambiance, making it a popular tourist destination as well.

The beauty of Srisailam lies in its divinity and spirituality. Cradled in the lush green Nallamala Hills, the small town of Srisailam is one of the most peaceful places to visit in Andhra Pradesh. The holy place of Srisailam Devasthanam is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.

Besides visiting the temples to offer your prayers, you can also indulge in numerous other activities and check out interesting places to visit such as Pathala Ganga - a place that is believed to have medicinal properties for curing skin diseases. The Srisailam Tiger Reserve is one of the largest Tiger Reserves in India that protects endangered species like Royal Bengal Tigers. The Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple dates back to 6th century AD making it one of the oldest temples in this ancient town, that is definitely worth checking out.

You can indulge in different activities like shopping, sightseeing and trekking in Srisailam. Don’t forget to visit some of the local bee farms and take back a jar of pure, organic honey collected by the local tribes. Visiting the Chenchu Tribal Museum will allow you to learn more about the local culture of Srisailam.  The Octopus Viewpoint is the latest addition to the list of tourist attractions in Srisailam. This viewpoint offers magnificent views of the lush green forests and scenic beauty of the River Krishna.

The town of Srisailam experiences tropical climatic conditions. The weather remains pleasant all throughout the year.  The summers in Srisailam last from March to June.  The temperature can go as high as 40 degrees Celsius during summer. Monsoon stays between June to September. The town experiences winter between December to February, when the weather remains cool and pleasant and is ideal for trekking and exploring the city.