Srisailam Tourism

Srisailam is a holy town of Lord Shiva on the banks of River Krishna in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. It is located in the Nallamala forest and is nearly 212 km from Hyderabad at 1354 ft above sea level. It is one of the twelve and second Jyotirlinga temples in India. Also, it is one of the most important pilgrimage centers of Lord Shiva. Srisailam is the only place in India where both a Jyotirlinga temple and a Shakti Pitham is in the same temple, which makes this place unique and powerful. The temple is very serene, where the architectural craft of man and scenic blessings of nature blends together beautifully.

Srisailam is one of the best places to soothe your mind. Nestled in the greenery of nature this pilgrim town refreshes your inner self. This temple city is more than what is seen outside. The entire region has been historically engraved into the myths and legends of Hinduism, with reference in many major Hindu texts and is considered a sacred place for attaining moksh or eternal peace. According to Agni Puranam, in the Krithayuga the Demon King Hiranyakasyapa did penance at the Kshetram and worshipped God Mallikarjuna Swamy. 

There are many famous and beautiful viewpoints in Srisailam and few of them are Srisailam dam, Mallikarjuna Swamy temple, Akkamahadevi Caves, Bhramaramba Devi Temple, Pathala Ganga, Sakshi Ganapathi Temple, Shikarevara Temple, and Mallela Theertham.