GANDIKOTA WEEKENDS
Gandikota is a village and historical fort on the right bank of the Penna river, 15 km from Jammalamadugu in Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. The fort was the center of power for various dynasties, such as the Kalyani Chalukyas, Pemmasani Nayakas, and the Golconda Sultanate. Gandikota was the capital of Pemmasani Nayakas for more than 300 years. Pemmasani Ramalinga Nayaka constructed the huge fort at Gandikota with 101 towers replacing the previous sand fort constructed by Kaka Raja, Vassals of Kalyani Chalukya rulers. Various additions of Islamic architecture were made during subsequent Muslim rule.
GANDIKOTA SIGHTSEEING
Gandikota Fort
This handsome piece of Nature’s architecture is known as the “The Hidden Grand Canyon of India”. It is a village on the right bank of River Pennar, near Jammalamadugu. The huge fort, stunning gorge, lakes, temples, amidst beautiful landscape and wild forests endowed with vast natural resources, spread over miles makes it a place of repute.
Mylavaram Dam
Mylavaram Dam is a medium irrigation project in Andhra Pradesh, India. This barrage is located across the Penna river in Kadapa district near Mylavaram. With the completion of srisailam right bank canal, Krishna River water would be fed to this reservoir.
Gandikota Camping
Gandikota Camping discovered in the southeastern state of the subcontinent, Andhra Pradesh has many different alternatives for camping lovers. Gandikota Camping site is located amidst the scenic beauty of its panoramas. It's famous for the Grand Canyon. The Gandikota Camping camping ground is situated in the eastern ghats at Andhra Pradesh and in a short distance near the city of Chennai. The valley formed from the River Pennar flowing throughout the Erramala hills. Make your holiday of Camping in Gandikota extraordinary and behold amazing all-natural creations in the country, with stones and Belum caves dotted around to examine. With handsome pieces of nature's design round and mysterious allure of Gandikota Fort.
Belum Caves
Belum Caves derives its name from "Belum" Sanskrit word for caves. In Telugu language, it is called Belum Guhalu. Belum Caves has a length of 3229 meters, making it the second largest natural caves in the Indian Subcontinent. Belum Caves have long passages, spacious chambers, freshwater galleries and siphons. The cave is the second natural cave only after Krem Liat Prah caves in Meghalaya. These caves are renowned for their speleothem structures, such as stalactite and stalagmite formations with long passages, narrow galleries, this cave is more than a thousand year old, and was formed by constant flow of underground water over a period of time. The entrance of the cave called Pataalaganga is the deepest point of the cave with 46 m of depth, nearly 151 ft.
Madhavaraya Temple
Madhavaraya temple dedicated to lord vishnu is in the west side of the village. It can be seen from a distance. There are small statues and sculptures of Hindu Gods carved over the Gopuram and walls of the temple. Here comes the grandiosity but its derelict. It looks like a monument that has been preserving an odyssey of Journey in its every brick and sculpture. Each sleight carving begets the magnitude of the social and cultural aspect of the lost kingdom. The dreams of the king, his realm, the people and the lost future are preserved in granite.
Ranganathaswamy Temple
The temple is made up of red granite. There is no statue inside but remnants of the temple are ideal for photographers. Also there are Mantapas and pillars along the perimeter of the temple. Surrounded by a series of Mantapas and stone pillars, the temple would cue you a movie scene. It is grand; it is spectacular; unlike other temples, the serenity has been prevailing here for centuries. there is something mystical which would keep you engaged for hours.
Horseley hills
Horsley Hills refers to a hill station that is the perfect amalgam of the charms of Andhra Pradesh and the beauty of the hills. It is thus often called the Ooty of Andhra. This natural marvel is situated at an astonishing height of 4312 metres and is well-known for its breathtaking landscapes. Also called as Yenugulla Mallamma Konda, this place is home to the largest Banyan tree and the oldest Eucalyptus Tree, it is lined with dense forest areas with 113 species of birds. The picturesque landscape of Horsley Konda also doubles up as a destination for adventure sports and activities such as trampoline, shooting, bow and arrow, wall climbing, water walking, rappelling, swimming pool, fish spa and a mini zoo.
Gandikota Camping
Gandikota Camping discovered in the southeastern state of the subcontinent, Andhra Pradesh has many different alternatives for camping lovers. Gandikota Camping site is located amidst the scenic beauty of its panoramas. It's famous for the Grand Canyon. The Gandikota Camping camping ground is situated in the eastern ghats at Andhra Pradesh and in a short distance near the city of Chennai. The valley formed from the River Pennar flowing throughout the Erramala hills. Make your holiday of Camping in Gandikota extraordinary and behold amazing all-natural creations in the country, with stones and Belum caves dotted around to examine. With handsome pieces of nature's design round and mysterious allure of Gandikota Fort.
Leather Items
Chappals for Women & Kids
Leather Items
Shoes for all men
Gift Items
Gift Items for all occasions.
Andhra Meals
Andhra meals are at its best here.
Hyderabadi Biryani
Hyderabadi Biryani is specially made with lots of spices.
Gongura Mutton
spicy Gongura treat
Royyala Yeppadu (prawns fry)
Royyala Yeppadu Prawn fry
THE IDEAL PLAN
The distance from Bengaluru to Gandikota is roughly 280 Km, and it takes 6-7 hours to reach Gandikota. The road condition is good with some 15 Km of a rough patch; We suggest you take the Bangalore-Hyderabad highway and take the right turn after crossing the Lepakshi road intersection. You can take a small break near Devanahalli for your Breakfast / Hot Coffee,Tea at “Indian Paratha Company(IPC)” Devanahalli, ( Route Includes : Hebbal, Devanahalli, Chikkaballapur, Bagepalli, Turn right at Vijay Telelinks onto Kodur Dharmavaram Road, Continue straight towards Ragimakulapalli Village Gorantla Andhrapradesh, Turn left at TAIBA Collection onto Kadiri Hindupur Main Road Pass by Chandra Fancy Corner(On the right), Kondapuram, Pulivendula, Slight left onto Jammalamadugu, Muddanur Road,/ Kadiri - Jammalamadugu Highway, Tadipatri - Jammalamadugu Highway) you can have lunch at “Guruvayur Mess(Hotel)” CB Road SH 30, Gandhi Katta, Tadipatri 515411 India (Gandikota to Tadipatri is about 83kms/1hrs 50min), Here you can find Less spicy food - in the town of spicy hotels”, Later Check in to your hotel, freshen up and start exploring ! Note: We found the food options not so useful and readily available on the whole route to Gandikota. The entire stretch is still in early stages and hence no option of good food facilities. In Gandikota, if you are staying in an APTDC hotel, you need to tell them in advance about your food choice. You might find road stores selling snacks for quick consumption around the fort.
Location
Popular Hotels & Resorts
Royal County Resort
₹2085 - ₹7542
The Grand Inn
₹1880 - ₹5093
BGR Residency
₹2093 - ₹2905
Manasa Inn
₹1372 - ₹1887
Hotel Amar Inn
₹1683 - ₹1851
Ziara Hotel
₹1200 - ₹1500
LUXURY BUSSES: PRICE ON REQUEST.
AUDI / SIMILAR (LUXURY CARS)
₹150/km or ₹1500/hr
WAGON R / SIMILAR HATCHBACKS
₹14/km or ₹140/hr
INNOVA / SIMILAR MUV’S
₹18/km or ₹180/hr
SWIFT D’ZIRE / SIMILAR SEDANS
₹15/km or ₹150/hr
TEMPO TRAVELLER / SIMILAR LCV’S
₹50/km or ₹500/hr
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