People who love adventures and rock formations, would certainly love to go to this place. Such a natural beauty. The cave is so deep, wide and long. It absolutely amazes you at every part with its deep trenches. There are places within the cave which are so narrow and the rocks are porous as the water keeps dripping through these rocks. Please make sure to have nice footwear (sandals or gum boots) as you have grip and not hurt your feet. The whole tour would approx take 2 hours. You'll drain all your energy by the time you are back as the terrain is tough, long and, very suffocating. You end up profusely sweating. Carry some energy drinks and food to keep yourself hydrated and keep your energy levels high. The sad part is about the maintenance by the governments. Though we have blowers and lights inside the cave, most of them are out of order and not functional which makes the journey tiring.

This is a natural cave and opened for the public in 2003. Before going to this cave: must carry an adequate water bottle. in the cave there is a lot of humidity so wear some light clothes and also for footwear, must have anti skid like shoes as there is some slippery clay like miss are present in the track. there is a very small waterfall present in the cave. Must visit Car parking charges 20/- Adult charges: 70/- per person It will take a minimum of 1 ½ hr to explore all the paths in the caves. There is marking of all the directions as IN or OUT.

Must visit place if you are around this area. It is approximately 6 hrs drive from bangalore. So, it will be tough for a day trip. It takes about 2 hours to visit caves. It is a large complex. Apparently formed due to an underground river . It is an amazing natural formation. Definitely unique experience.

Superb experience. The Buddha statue outside the cave is really calming. The walk inside is out of the world. Really scary in few places. Be careful with your footwear as few places the mud is really sticky and many have lost their footwear. Carry a torch or headlamp for better visibility. There are lights inside. Carry a water bottle as it gets stuffy inside and you sweat a lot.

Ancient and undiscovered place. Very magical feeling once you go more and more inside. The air vents were not working at some places. Wearing shoes is advised as the pavement is uneven. Take your own water bottle and don't leave empty bottles. Basic Telugu if you can read it'll be helpful although all the exit are written in English. l

Underground caves miles and miles long ! Amazing shapes and structures formed naturally over thousands of years by erosion, deposition, transfer of minerals by water, etc. A must-visit place for many reasons, but one is rarity. To make the best of your visit, be sure to take a very powerful torch because your phone LEDs are insufficient to see the details. And wear well fitting shoes, because slippers/sandals are very dangerous for the terrain. Carefully note or photograph every junction you pass, most have no English signs, and you can't phone for help as there is insufficient signal underground. Not an enjoyable or safe place for naughty children or aged people though.

It's a 1 hour spend at this place. Be ready to walk a lot. It has many tunnels and the out is marked clearly so you won't get lost. It's hot inside, but luckily they've air vents inside that helps with the heat.

Superb.. I reached there @ 10 am.. But the officers told me they allow people to enter the cave with groups ( at least 10 people ).. I begged them.. Finally they allowed me after 10.45 am with two other people.. Anyway the best place to visit.

It was good experience..Caves are very lengthy and underground one..If we go deep,will face little bit breathing problem as oxygen levels went down. Tourism department arranged ventilation pipes and lights at most of the places to avoid breathing and darkness problem... Carry water bottle and snacks should be better while visiting this place

Bellum caves is the largest and longest cave system open to the public on the Indian subcontinent. They have the long passages, galleries, spacious caverns with fresh water here and there. It’s definitely worth visiting and mesmerizing.

A very nice place to visit. A must-see place for all to see the beauty of mother earth. The inside is very humid and hot. Some places are slippery and sticky. Some places need to walk on muddy water. Go with proper trekking shoes which are water resistant or with normal slippers. Avoid during summer. Best time is September to feb.

You can see the nature creation and also safe to go inside and see the natural cave and its beauty, they charge some fee but inside they put lights and also signs for direction. very nice experience.. Some part have water so muddy little bit so wear proper shoes and carry torch and water.

We traveled to Belum caves on a Saturday afternoon. The place does get a lot of tourists as it was quite busy Saturday. The ticket is priced at ₹70 adults and ₹50 kids. They were surprisingly only accepting cash payment which is quite inconvenient, they should start card payments/UPI. The caves are well maintained, have good air ventilation, well placed signs to follow. I wish the AP government authorities would keep dustbins inside the caves as people do carry water bottles and tend to throw them randomly. Do carry water bottles if possible it can can get quite humid and sweaty inside. Belum caves are 3229m long and are the second largest natural caves in Indian subcontinent. Definitely recommend visiting it. Improvement- * Even though it’s mentioned Staircase is damaged people were still climbing on it. Please do fix the staircase as it’s not safe. *Washrooms are are in a pitiable state! Requesting the authorities to take action and upgrade the facilities. *Beautification of the overall place can be done too. *Besides the caves the place was looking quite dull and make it more scenic with plants and good facilities. * need good restaurants facilities also

Belum caves are the rarest discovered marvels of our country. They are the second largest in India. With more than 6+ cave junctions and a small waterfall. Overall it’s an amazing caving experience at Belum caves. Wear comfortable clothes which covers your elbows and knees and footwear with good grip as there is some slushy paths inside. Do not carry bags or any luggage inside, water bottles are essential. Please keep the place clean and do not litter. It’s a wonderful experience.

Very beautiful place to visit. It’s a naturally formed cave. Need a lot of energy to cover the whole cave. May be a bit difficult for kids and elders. They have put some artificial air vents so that we don’t suffocate. There are no much options for food near this place. So plan accordingly.

Naturally formed caves it’s absolutely a treat to your eyes 👀. Be ready to walk and experience natures beauty. They have kept some lighting’s to enhance the experience to the visitors. No plastics are allowed inside. You will definitely feel that ur in a different universe. Definitely a must visit place, summers are extremely hot 🥵 in Andhra plan accordingly. While entering to this location you will see a huge Buddha statue towards your right side don’t miss to click some pics ☺️. Food options are very limited Haritha is the only restaurant in the vicinity, so plan your food arrangements well in advance. They charge entry ticket 🎫 for adults it’s Rs.70 and for kids it’s Rs. 50. 4 wheeler parking 🅿️ charges Rs. 20.

Plus points : A magnificent creation of Nature worth visiting . The stalactites , stalagmites, courses and caverns were created over a period of millions of years , by an ancient flow of water through limestone and quartz . This is the second largest subterranean cave system in India . Depth goes from 80ft to 120 ft . Air vents are provided at regular intervals . Photography is allowed . Minus points : Being a Protected Monument under care of the State Government , more thought and sensitivity should have gone into its maintenance . The garish colored lights are an eyesore marring the natural beauty of the rocks . The spiral stairway to get to the low point is shaky . Names of caves and Exit signs are painted directly on cave walls instead of on boards . Fact file : Entrance ticket : Rs70 per adult . Carpark :Rs20 Guides ( Telugu,Hindi,English) available . Kids playground , basic toilets, a snack kiosk in premises . Recommended : Carry water . As it gets very humid and sweaty inside, carry a hand towel too. Good walking shoes , to walk on uneven surfaces . Visit during cooler hours of the day and in dry , non-rainy season . Reportedly, crowded on weekends . Please do not break off stone bits to carry as souvenir . Please do not scribble/ scratch your initials on those ancient rocks . Please don’t litter . It was painful to see some tourists doing such things , during my visit. Lets learn to respect shared heritages .

An amazing cave experience. Recommend every visitor traveling to city of Kurnool or Nandyal in State of Andhra Pradesh to take some time out and visit Belum Caves. An advisory would be to carry Torch-light as there are zones which are very dim lit corners. A to Gaurav Buddhas statue adorns at entrance. The Caves are very well planned and our appreciation to the Team behind the concept and execution too. The overall maintenance of Caves leaves a lot to be desired. A few zones had no AC and the places were hot and perspiring too. There were broken equipments like AC parts and broken light consoles that were lying in open and had not been moved out.

It was different experience to be in underground caves. Rock formations inside caves are really beautiful. Main drawback was feeling too much hot inside the caves due to more crowd. Exhaust fans were not helping to reduce the humidity. Lighting was not so good and matching with the situation. Directions are not specific and very difficult to understand.

Nice place.. this is a naturally formed cave and about 1.5km of walk inside.. you can find different formations in the cave and it's a fun walk thru the caves.. some places we even need to crawl.

Must visit this caves to see how the caves were built and experience it. Cleanly maintained inside the caves. Lightings inside is beautiful. Need to buy tickets at the counter and it is affordable price tickets. Small shops are there outside for snacks.

The temple is good, but management is worst. People will be fighting for everything to move in line for dharshana, prasadham, and for food, management will never control all these problems even people complain to the authority to solve. Totally it's Very poor management.

A place from where you think of never returning to your home. A place where you can come again and again but still will feel that vibe and connection with god. On the clean bank of Tungbhadra river this temple is must visit in south india. One of the best ever. And also the great historical place.

Good. Visited for 2 days. Hotel is good and well-maintained. Room service is also good They don't have restaurant but will arrange food for your room from nearby hotel Car parking not available but they have wallet parking this is good

I visited the temple today 15.5.2022 with my sisters. Had a peaceful darshan though there was rush. We contributed to Annadanam. Finally we came to buy prasadam. Prasadam per pocket is Rs 25/-. I gave 50 and the lady sitting in the counter asked me rudely to get change or make way for others. We come from far of places to see Raghavendra God. But I was upset as she shouted at the top of her voice. Please post people who help and understand the devotees. My other experience in the temple was very good.

Sacred temple. Well maintained. Would love to visit anytime to seek the Guru's blessings. Temple will be crowded on Thursday, Saturday, Sundays and on long weekends as well. These days hotels charge very high amounts which is not worth spending. So better book Mutt accommodation in advance and plan accordingly

We visited both day as well as the night time and it was really soothing to visit this temple. The vibe and music and people playing bhajans everything calms you down. The architecture around th temple is beautiful depicting many stories and incidents in Sanatani culture. One must visit this place had a really good experience.

Temple is built very good half day sufficient for a trip if planned correctly. The main thing is about cleanliness in the temple and the premises could definitely have been better. Looks messy not clean in main areas.

One of the ancient Muth in India. Lots of devotees attending everyday prayer. Huge campus. Well maintained area. Buses / trains are available from nearby cities.

Just a divine feeling and experience, I visited this mutt for the 1st time in my life. I felt welcomed with both arms and this comes with miracles one after the other. Overall this was the best experience of my life and thanks to my mother's friend who planned this temple tour. Totally blessed.

The place is located in the prime location near to the temple but the booking procedure and the staff are not cooperative and not done with ease. Very rude and unfriendly behaviour which is very irritating. And also the place is not maintained well even though it is newly built the cleanliness is not maintained. The bathrooms are not cleaned properly. They charge as much as the private places but definitely not worth the cost. Be prepared for the unruly people and unclean rooms.

Temple is having vast space and its good. There are lot of lodges available near the temple to stay. But some temple staff are little rude while responding to people

This place is loaded with posative vibes. I had a very lucky and quick visit to this temple site. Blessed to have visited and got the darshan of this place. Very well maintained place. Has a large courtyard and a majestic walkway to the temple. The river flowing behind the temple adds to the beauty. The museum next to the temple is very interesting. It gives you an insight into our religions well as the vast cosmic universe . The various Lords / God and Goddess explained. Children should be exposed to this. Found meaning in why we say a prayer prior to meal, how to, and like. The body as a whole and its system too explained from religion point of view. Lot of visitors. Has multiple options to stay and eat. Must visit and get blessed once in a lifetime .

Magnificent at night with lighting..don’t miss in the evenings. Temple is just adjacent to banks of Tungabadra river. A small walk takes to the ghat and shopping area. Dress code for men #No Shirt/tshirt allowed beyond the main chamber. No restrictions on type of dress until the main chamber.

Absolutely divine feeling, avoid visiting during weekends n public holidays. Huge crowd is expected during those days. If SRS Mutt rooms are filled then you will end up paying huge amount for private rooms. Even 1* rooms are charged similar to 5* hotels. Also most of them are 12hrs checkout.

Very good place.. But heavy rush during holidays and Thursday.. Parking is not planned properly... All the hotels will be changing huge amount and you have no other choice. Total collapse during week end... You need to plan your trip only in week days...

Well maintained and organized. The place is very big and peaceful. Overall a good experience and divine feeling. Just that the Tungabatra river is not maintained properly with bad smell and it requires to be cleaned.

Very nice place. Well maintained. Peaceful and good place to worship and relax. They have annadanam facility also. I don't know whether any restaurants are available nearby. On the whole, a place worth visiting.

Beautiful Divine place. Lodging available around the temple budget to high level. Restaurants also available. Temple is crowded during weekend and special occasions.

He is actually Guru of Madhwa community but his blessings reach beyond leaps and bounds to protect his devotees. A Seva for one day will keep you pious for the rest of the year. Vibes we get are extraordinary.

We wanted room on 5th April 24, it’s a off-season, many rooms were empty but we were told that it’s completely filled. We agreed for theirs rules and abided accordingly. But when we visited the building STM Corridor wasn’t clean Rooms were also dirty, it was left as is which was used by other pilgrims This should be taken care because we travel from far, we pay for rooms and it’s not offered at a free cost. I have also attached photos for proof

I am talking about the floor ...it's too slippery especially with older people who must be more careful ..I don't know why they are using granite stones / any other which looks shiny.. But when it comes to safety ...not bothered 😕 Any way elders, heavy weight people , poor slippers/ Sandals/ shoes . Especially when there is a water on floor / raining time / or not visibility..

We took AC suits which were on the 3rd floor and there was a frequent power cut, no proper UPS service we use to climb 3 floors most of the time. I suggest the management should have an alternate power source in case of a power cut. Overall the rooms were so clean and well maintained.

the location is simply superb and there are few caves that needs to climb stairs. steps are bit steep but one can enjoy while climbing. but lot of monkeys are there . fun part is they chase for the flowers and they even attack if they see someone had flowers on their hair r hand. best to visit early morning and evening as there's lot of heat during summers.

This temple was constructed by King Harihara Bukka Raya of the Sangama Dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 15th century.[citation needed] It was built according to Vaishnavaite traditions. One story of the site's origin is as follows: The sage Agastya wanted to build a temple for Lord Venkateswara on this site. However, the statue that was made could not be installed as the toe nail of the idol got broken. The sage was upset over this and performed a penance for Shiva. When Shiva appeared, he said the place suits Shiva better as it resembles Kailash. Agastya then requested Shiva to give the devotees a Parvathi Goddess as Lord Uma Maheswara in a single stone, which Shiva obliged. A second story is as follows: Chitteppa, a devotee of Shiva, was worshiping Shiva and Shiva appeared to him as a tiger. Chitteppa understood that it was Lord Shiva in tiger form, and shouted Neganti Shivanu ne kanti (meaning: I saw Shiva I saw), and danced with joy. There is a cave called Chitteppa nearby. Sri Yaganti Uma Maheswara Temple is one of the few temples patronized by one of the great dynasties of India. Every year Maha Shivaratri is celebrated and a large number of devotees from all over Andhra Pradesh visit. Shiva, Parvati and Nandi are the main deities in this temple. This temple is 14 km away from Banaganipalli in kurnool dt. The saint lord Veerabrahmendra swami stayed here for some time and wrote Kalagnanam

Amazing temple to be visited, most of the time it’s crowded. Shiva is the main deity at this temple, once you come out of the darshan you will witness a huge Nandi statue. Just adjacent to the temple you will see a hill connecting from the shiva temple to this step hill. Once you climb the steep hill you will see Venkateshwara swamy. It is believed that Lord Venkateshwara stepped his foot 🦶 first here, Kadapa was his second and third is Tirumala. So the Poojari said that what ever we wish to happen in your life you can pray here and once it’s fulfilled we have to perform Pooja to the deity. Must visit temple.

Date of Experience: Dec 2021 Parking: Available Food: Small local shops Cleanliness: 4 Star (Good) There are few temples in this area of lord Shiva and other deities. One temple is on the ground and others are inside the caves, as you have to climb few steps to reach. Inside the the Shiva temple it is very vibrant and alive as you would be feeling like seating there for sometime. There are several shops outside. The whole area is surrounded by the rocky hills and ruins.

Wow wow what a place and the temple was awesome. The steps in caves was old was difficult to climb the steps ware very high. There was 3 caves I visited all 3 caves. The mysterious Nandi in the temple was big also wedelp was also huge. Good temple can visit repeatedly

Such calming place . As soon we Enter there is holy water place , which soo clean and refreshing . After taking darshan back side there is another water body where you find many fishing as water there much more clear and pure that you can even drink that water

Yaganti UmaMaheshwara Temple is more than 1000 years old temple. Suyambu Lingam of Arthanareeswar. One of many Nandyal Sivan Temple with Tank filled with natural spa spring water from mountain through Nandhi. Devotees have nice and refreshing natural water bath and swim. Grand big Growing Nandhi at the entrance of the temple. The is believed to be growing year by year and is almost peeping through one of the pillars. On the nearby mountain there are three large caves. Sivan cave, Vishnu Cave and Brahma Cave.

Yaganti temple Explore The Yaganti Temple is a temple of Shiva located in the Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, India 1. It was constructed by King Harihara Bukka Raya of the Sangama Dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 15th century 1. The temple was built according to Vaishnavaite traditions 1. One story of the site’s origin is as follows: The sage Agastya wanted to build a temple for Lord Venkateswara on this site. However, the statue that was made could not be installed as the toe nail of the idol got broken. The sage was upset over this and performed a penance for Shiva. When Shiva appeared, he said the place suits Shiva better as it resembles Kailash. Agastya then requested Shiva to give the devotees a Parvathi Goddess as Lord Uma Maheswara in a single stone, which Shiva obliged 1. The temple is renowned for its unique architecture and historical significance 2. It is a popular tourist destination and attracts a large number of devotees from all over Andhra Pradesh every year 3. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is famous for its Pushkarini, a small pond of water on the temple premises. Water flows into this Pushkarini from the bottom of the hill through the mouth of a Nandi (bull) 1. Devotees find that a holy bath in Pushkarini is highly beneficial 1. If you are planning to visit the temple, you may want to check out the reviews on Tripadvisor3. I hope this helps!

One of the wonderful temple located in Andhra Pradesh. Lord Siva temple, Lord Venkateswara swamy temple and Ahastya Maharishi prathishta Temples are here. Mahanandi Idol and Ponds are most watchful things.

Om Namah Shivaya!! Ohh Lord, where do I start, this is a beautiful piece of nature's art which is a must visit for everyone. The temple is in a hilly area and has some breathtaking views and superb caves. The 2 caves have great step climbing experience and the views inside are amazing. Lord shiva in a linga akaram and huge nandi darshan.

I loved this temple. It has beautiful architecture, and the views of there are awesome. Every temple has its unique vibe. Many people prefer to visit here, iam lucky to see this hills, nature, architecture. Every single side shows it's different uniqueness.

It's lovely place surrounded by mountains ⛰ and view. You can find your inner peace ✌. People who works in temple are very nice and informative. All people who are visiting temple should have free Food at 12:30 onward.

the location is simply superb and there are few caves that needs to climb stairs. steps are bit steep but one can enjoy while climbing. but lot of monkeys are there . fun part is they chase for the flowers and they even attack if they see someone had flowers on their hair r hand. best to visit early morning and evening as there's lot of heat during summers.

One of the best temple I visited so far. Very beautiful architecture, nice and peaceful environment around. Abundant positive energy.

Recently visited this temple and the 3 caves, it was an amazing experience. It might sound childish but the 3 caves was so coool. But be careful the steps are too steep. You can get sparsh darshana inside the caves. Only downside was that it was so hot when we visited, the steps were burninggg hott 🔥🔥🔥

Yaganti temple is ana amzing shiva temple one should visit. Nestled between hill lock the temple has a nice gopuram and a step well where nandi ji is situated. The temple has stairs so be aware of the climb. There is an entry ticket for the temple which one must purchase. The temple has good parking space The temple also has bhojnalaya for visitors for free There is a nuce cave temple as well. Stairs are pretty steep

We had a wonderful experience in temple. And history is always have its own Mistry. Just enjoy the place… Donations are also accepted here.

Yaganti temple is a very beautiful and ancient temple built by agastya muni. The temple is built in vaishnava style. The lord Uma Maheshwari idol is in a single stone at the main temple, the lord basava believed that it is growing up. The temple also consists of Sri Kashi Vishwanath temple, Sri Subramanya temple, Sri Veerabadreshwara temple. In the caves it has Sri Venkateshwara temple. Must visit places in Kurnool district.

Superb location and great views of mountains beside the temple. Koneru and other areas resemble centuries old architecture and wonderful feeling. You can take 75 rupees token for sparsha darsan as well to go in to the garbhalayam. Priests were polite and will explain you the history of temple. Do visit the lord Venkateswara swamy temple and lord Shiva's cave as well. Limited rooms to stay here but during week days you shd be able to get one. Free food was fine and you have limited option for food outside as well. Please see the attached pics and you will know how beautiful this location is, thanks.

Om Namo umamaheswaraiah namah.... It's an ancient and historic Temple especially the Nandi situated here. As per Sri veera Bramham Gari kalagnanam, if Yaganti Nandi stand and move it will be sign of kaliyugam ending.For every 20 years the Nandi size will increase one inch which was Declared by Archeology Department of India. There are 2 famous pushkarinis in this Temple which was identified by Sri Aagastya mahamuni.There are 3 Famous caves named as Sri Venkateswara cave, Aagastya cave, and Belu caves. If you want to perform sparsha Darshanam to lord Uma maheswara u will take ticket cost of 75 rupees for each person. Entry ticket Rs. 10. If you want to visit this temple there are no direct bus facility. First you will reach Nandyal then you pick banagaipalle bus. Finally u want to reach Yaganti from banagaipalle choose autos is better than RTC Bus because no frequent buses. Autowala will charge Rs. 60 for a round trip between Banagaipalle to Yaganti.

Nice place. Famous for Yaganti Basavanna( statue increasing its size automatically). They should not allow people to use soaps and shampoo inside temple Koneru. Nice cave

The best beautiful temple with Fascinating past and history n myth behind the place. Geographically awesome scenic beauty a must Visit Place

Perfect way to get a feel of Andhra tourism. Sri Yaganti Uma Maheswara Temple was constructed by King Harihara Bukka Raya of the Sangama Dynasty of theVijayanagara Empire in the 15th century. It was built according to Vaishnavaite traditions.

Yaganti Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, offers a profoundly peaceful and soulful experience. The serene ambiance creates an ideal environment for spiritual contemplation, and the presence of water ponds adds to the overall tranquility.

The nearest town is Banaganapalli. Do visit the caves and learn about the history of the temple while you are here. It is very amusing. And the speciality here is the growing Nandi (bull) which is predicted to come to life and it is believed among the locals that when the stone turns to life, the world will end. It's the temple where Shiva is in the form of Uma Maheshwara. Do visit during Shivratri for the best experience possible.Oh and there's entry fee for the temple. It should be around 10 to 20 rupees.

One must visit this historical place. One of the lord Shiva temples around Nandyala. Temple's pond is very beautiful, entire place is scenic and pleasant. Darshan is mentioned as free in Google, but it's not. Darshan prices start from 10/-

Very good. It's not like the other temple. It has the speciality of the ground water hole. As per the local information, the water will come around all year.

Wonderfull experience... Treking adventure in Nallamla forest. Everyone must visit this place in life time. Salute to who constructed by steps, railing, road in this difficult places. Who plans to visit this place must carry water, snacks in closed bag, safety stick. As per my experience pls Avoid to visit who aged or heavy weight persons.

Sri Jwala Narasimhaswamy Temple is one of the 9 narsimha Swamy temples in Ahobilam. The trekking is very adventurous to this temple. The trekking initially begins with small water ponds and later through 200 to 250 steps. After reaching the peak you can have small water falls flowing from the top of the hill (during summer it's low and high during the rainy season). Must visit places in Ahobilam!!!

First among the navanarasimha darshana in the ahobila kshetra. Situated on the top of the hill which can be reached by a walk or by doli service.a scenic walk with lush green trees, Small ponds and water fall.

So Amazing Place And Bigg Mountains Lord Narasimha Was Located Between The Mountains At Ahobilam Full Rush I Have Visited Yesterday .. Such A Beautiful Location Killing Nature But Full Of Swett . Amazing Location For Shoot . Temple Building etc all are good

Soulfully prayed. Devotional and Divya Desam place. Must visit once in life time.

“Highest Peak temple of Ahobilam Trip” Ahobilam is scared place located in the Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh which is @ 24 km away from Allagadda. Allagadda is the nearest town from where frequent Bus facility is available. Ahobilam is located in the hills of the eastern ghats. Ahobilam is the only place where 9 Swayambu temples are located at one place. Ahobilam is the place where the Lord Narasimha swamy killed Hiranyakasipu and saved Prahalada. The area where Ahobilam is now situated was once the location of Demon king Hiranyakashipu's Palace. This was the palace where Shri Narasimha emerged from a pillar and Killed hiranyakashipu. This happened many years ago and now Nature took its cource and several mountains and hills came to be formed. Still Ugra Stambam is there and one can witness the same, for which there is trecking route available right to the Jwala Narasimha Swamy temple while going to the temple. Stalapuranam of Ahobilam gives an account of nine forms of Narasimha worshipped here and Jwala Narasimha Swamy temple is first temple in this list. The list of 9 temples are as Below, 1. Jwala Narasimha Swamy Temple 2. Ahobila Narasimha Swamy Temple 3. Malola Narasimha Swamy Temple 4. Kroda (Varaha) Narasimha Swamy Temple 5. Karanja Narasimha Swamy Temple 6. Bhargava Narasimha Swamy Temple 7. Yogananda Narasimha Swamy Temple 8. Chatravata Narasimha Swamy Temple 9. Pavana Narasimha Swamy Temple Actually the above mentioned sequence is the right sequence to visit the temples, but its is difficult to visit in the sequence as we have to climb the hill station twice if we follow the sequence, so most of the Devotees follows the route which is convenient based on the shortest distance. Jwala Narasimha Swamy Temple is the Heighest peak in this trip and most memorable visit it will be. There is only option to go is by trekking and second option is Dolly for which they are charging 3000 per person. We visited all 9 temples in one day and most of the distance we covered by walk. we hired Guide for 1500 INR and started Journey at 08:30 am after completion of breakfast at Eguva Ahobilam. We started initailly towards Pavana Narasimha Swamy and from there we reached to Malola Narasimha Swamy temple, then visited Jwala Narasimha Swamy temple and then started return journey, in return we visited Varaha Narasimha Swamy temple and then finally reached to Eguva Ahobilam temple by 12:40 pm and had darshan, with this Darshan we had 5 temples Darshan in First Half and then Had Lunch. After Lunch we started Journey towards Diguva Ahobilam and on the way we visited Karanja Narasimha Temple and then reached to Diguva Ahobilam and visited Chatravata and Yogananda Narasimha temples, but due to lunch time both the temples were closed so we had Darshan from outside. after that we Visited Bharga Narasimha temple which is the 9th and Last temple in our trip of the Nava Narasimha Swamy temples. First Half we visited all 5 temples by Walk only. Near Jwala Narasimha Swamy there is Rakta Gundam in which till today water is in Red color and as per history it is said that this is the Gundam (Water Pond) in which Lord Narasimha Swamy cleaned his hands after killing Hiranyakashipu. and also there is route to Ugra stambam trecking near . Wonderful experience. First things first- Wear good shoes or waterproof sandals with a good grip on rocks. Carry water. There are monkeys they will try to grab any plastic packets, so be careful. If in rainy season then carry an umbrella.

This is the place where Lord Narasimha killed the demon Hiranyakashipu. But to reach this temple, one has to take the austerity of the challenging trek from upper Ahobilam till this point. Towards the end of trek there are lots of stairs, some of them very steep. With timely breaks during the trek it would be easy to reach Jwala Narasimha Swamy temple. We were fortunate enough to have darsan of Lord and the poojari was very kind. He explained the history of this place, narrated why Lord is a particular form over there. If you're lucky, you may get the opportunity to see the waterfalls near the temple and if you're too lucky you may even get to see a Rainbow and take a selfie with it 😉

We joined as part of ISKCON organized spiritual yatra. It was a wonderful experience, cherishable always. It is a place not treaded much, still littered with lot of plastic. Make sure to be responsible towards environment if you happen to be there.

Explore the divine Jwala Narasimha Swamy Temple in Upper Ahobilam, near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Enveloped by awe-inspiring mountains, adorned with cascading waterfalls, and graced by a serene river. An extraordinary experience awaits, as all pilgrims must pass beneath a rejuvenating waterfall, a symbolic cleansing ritual, before entering the sanctum of the Lord's temple.

This is one of the holiest shrines to visit in Ahobilam it is also one of the hardest because of a moderate trek amidst beautiful forest. The temple is on a hill called 'Achalachaya Meru', about four kilometers from Upper Ahobilam temple. This place is said to be the actual spot where the fierce anger of the Lord reached its culmination when he tore the daemon Hiranyakasipu. The forest is very dense. On the way to the temple is the Ugra Sthambham.

A beautiful temple situated perching in sllated rocks. About 4 kms of trekking is needed to go there. In rainy season it's difficult to go. Nearly 1000 steps are there. So heart patients should take some care. There is a waterfall just before the temple. Take some dryfruits and nuts for trekking.

Jwala Narasimha Swamy temple is where Lord Narasimha killed Hiranyakashipu. There is Rakta Gunda, till today the water in the Gunda is in Red color and as per the history it is said that the Lord Narasimha Swamy cleaned his hands after killing Hiranyakashipu.

You can go to this temple by walk or on a dolly. Difficult stretch to reach the temple but scenic route. Carry enough water, food as you will not get anything on the route.

The trekking experience was awesome.🤩 We can easily go up to Jwala, from there it depends on your fitness💪 level. Should carry one water 🍶bottle per person.

It's a heaven for nature lovers and narasimha bhakthars,it's difficult to climb but youngsters can climb easily.....priest is there bava nashini falls is there and ugrasthambam can view from this place

Tremendous, one should have stamina to climb the mountain. We have to climb or walk through water. Most adventurous. I advise everyone to start climbing before 1 o clock.

I have visited this temple recently. Here is a detailed review. The temple is very nice and beautiful. Preferable to visit at night time. The temple is very neat and clean. Don't forget to carry towel and pair of dress because I suggest you to bath in temple koneru. Coming to negatives this temple is very near to Nandyal but there is no proper public transport service to this temple, you should opt a private vehicles like auto's which can easily take you to the temple. Hope this review will help you out.

Mahanandiswara Temple Bus Timings from Nandyal Bus Depot every day Frist bus start from 5.00am after that for every 1.5 hours bus available We have went to Maha Mangala Harathi (5.30am to 6.30am) Darshan -200/- per person including touching of main shivalingam inside the temple. *Male devotee need to wear dhoti to entry for above darshan Before going inside the temple take holy dip in koneru fresh water comes from the shivalingam advice to carry towel and extra pair of dress. Try Laddu Prasadam at exit. One of the Nava nandulu - Vinayakanandi also there at main temple exit.

Very good and nice temple dedicated to lord shiva. Water of the temple`s pond is very clean People use to take bath before darshan Mobiles unare not allowed to carry inside the premises. Recommend not to buy any darshan tickets They loot people at entrance by saying so much rush are inside.

The temple experience was unique; no cameras allowed inside, and there was some confusion at the entrance. Despite visiting during holidays, it wasn't too crowded. Opted for the special entrance at ₹50 per person to avoid the chaos. Mobile locker available, but it's advisable to keep belongings in the vehicle. A good temple overall, but be prepared for various charges.

Exceptionally well maintained... just last month they opened the "పుష్కరిణి " for a holy dip. Water in this పుష్కరిణి is so pure and crystal clear that you can see a 1 rupee coin at bottom which is 5 feet deep. This temple has been renovated and has excellent గోపురం and huge idols which welcome everyone... its surrounded by hills on three sides and the sunrise or sunset is stunningly beautiful. Please be aware that the places where you deposit your footwear and mobiles, they charge you double and have no shame in giving excuses.

Mahanandi is a village located east of the Nallamala Hills of Nandyal District, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is surrounded by forests. Within 15 km of Mahanandi, there are nine Nandi shrines known as Nava nandulu. Mahanandi is one of the Nava Nandis. The Mahanandiswara Swamy Temple, an important shrine, is located here.The temple is famous for its fresh water pools, called Kalyani or Pushkarni. The architecture of the temple shows the strong presence of the Chalukya Kings in this region. The pools of temple shows the skill of the Vishwakarmas.The main temple is surrounded by three pools: two small pools at the entrance and one big pool inside the temple itself.The water is famous for its crystalline and healing qualities.

Mahanandi a Must visit place in Nandyal District, Andhra Pradesh. 3 water pools, 2 in the front and 1 inside the temple It's clean than the outer one's. Very peaceful and calm. Before 8.00 AM in the morning If we buy the ticket Nijaroopa Darshan we can go inside touch the Shiva lingam. A good experience. Om namah shivaya .

Mahanandi Temple in Kurnool is a sacred haven that exudes serenity and spirituality. Nestled amidst lush greenery and surrounded by natural springs, it offers a tranquil atmosphere for devotees and tourists alike. The temple's stunning architecture and intricate carvings reflect the rich heritage of this ancient site. What makes Mahanandi truly special is the natural water pool within the temple complex. Taking a dip in these holy waters is believed to cleanse the soul. The temple's priests are welcoming and guide visitors through the rituals, making the experience both spiritually enriching and culturally significant. Whether you're seeking spiritual solace or just want to appreciate the beauty of this historic temple, Mahanandi is a place that leaves a lasting sense of peace and reverence. It's a must-visit destination in Kurnool that connects you to both the divine and the natural world.

Recently visited this temple and it was an amazing experience. The temple is located amid nallamalla forest. Beautiful place. Highlights of the place are ✓the location of the temple, it's a superb place. ✓the ponds of the temple - the main pond is filled with fresh water all the time. It's a swimming pool filled with the nature's water😊 ✓ there are 2 more ponds outside of the temple which are beautiful too. It's 18KM far from Nandyala/ Gajulapalle. Road from Gajulapalle is not at all good. around 3 KM near to temple is completely pathetic, no road at all. I have given 3 Star rating, only because of the temple's management. Management of this temple is horrible, always money minded. There is a free entry to this temple, but no one know unless specifically asks about it. Management at the entrance would lure you to take the 50/- Darshan ticket and they behave as if there were no free Darshan available. If someone asks about free Darshan, only then they will tell them about it, but again they try to convince that 50/- entry is better than the free one. If someone, after all their manipulation, enters the free line, he/she will definitely face discrimination in treatment and behaviour of the management through out the way. Even priests at each temple ( there are several temples along main Lord Shiva temple) try to make every one to offer money or purchase Divas etc items. House keeping persons also rude. There is a counter at the entrance to deposit mobiles, cameras, as they don't allow them, however I saw people carrying mobiles inside because of the money power. Overall the temple is awesome, but the management is the worst.

Awesome and powerful place we do also see two pools right and left for boys and girls respectively which is present in entering the temple and one main and Big pool is present inside the temple.arthectiure is nice. Lord Shiva is worshipped here and many idols are there and each of them tell the history.

Very nice temple to visit with family. Especially during the nights between 7 pm to 8pm , you can take nijaroopadarshanam ticket of 50 rs and have very good Darshan and blessings of lord shiva , parvathi along with nandheeshwara.

Om namashivaya, it was on Sunday but the crowd was less, the maintenance was not that great. The temple is famous for its fresh water pools, called Pushkarni. The architecture of the temple shows the strong presence of the Chalukya Kings in this region. The pools of the temple show the skill of the Vishwakarmas. There were fishes in the pool due to which it smelled bad and people were jumping into the same pool and playing.

Mahanandi is a village located east of the Nallamala Hills of Nandyal District, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is surrounded by forests. Within 15 km of Mahanandi, there are nine Nandi shrines known as Nava nandulu. Mahanandi is one of the Nava Nandis. The Mahanandiswara Swamy Temple, an important shrine, is located here.The temple is famous for its fresh water pools, called Kalyani or Pushkarni. The architecture of the temple shows the strong presence of the Chalukya Kings in this region. The pools of temple shows the skill of the Vishwakarmas.The main temple is surrounded by three pools: two small pools at the entrance and one big pool inside the temple itself.The water is famous for its crystalline and healing qualities.

I had visited the day after Shivratri, during the jatara with lots of stalls, giant wheel, etc. It took a maximum of 30 minutes for darshan with a ₹50 entry ticket. There are two ponds outside where you can take a dip.

Very good famoys temple. But there is no Free visit boards and management pushes for paid visit. Special note. If some one traveling from Mahanandi to Srishailam one should take via markapur station road and avoid via Atmakur

1500 year old temple. About 20 kms from Nandyal, in the Nallamala hills. Three holy ponds are in the temple, devotees are taking bath and worship Lord Shiva. Better to have Dharsan from 4.30 A.M, to 7.00 A.M,(suprabhata seva and Sparsha dharsan i.e., Devotees can touch the deity). For these sevas tickets can be obtained in the temple office counter by paying the prescribed amount. The holy ponds are well maintained. Mobile phones are not allowed inside the temple.

Everything is good but the temple authorities and staff are making it as a business on the name of god. They blocked the free darshan lines and made everyone pay for darshan, there is a separate amount for visiting the garbhagudi and separate amount for archana along with separate charges for basic darshan. Even though it wasn’t busy on a Saturday during the karthika month, they didn’t allow anyone to have free darshan.

Very nice place to visit, but need more development in facilities, temple rooms are not provided on the name of waters issues.

Sri Mahanandeeshwara Temple is one of the 9 Nandeeshwara temples. It is located in Nandyal District, andrapradesh. The Ponds inside the temple are very clean and neatly maintained, the pilgrims can take a bath and have darshana. The temple's authorities are charging extra money to leave inside garbha gudi.