Happy TravellerWelcome to Srisailam, a small town located in the Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, India. This town is famous for the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Temple, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and is considered to be one of the most important pilgrimage centers of Lord Shiva. Srisailam is also classified as a Shakti Peetha, making it a holy site for both Saivism and Shaktism sects of Hinduism.
Tourism is a major industry in Srisailam, with visitors coming from all over India to see the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Temple and other attractions. The Srisailam Dam, built over the Krishna River, is one of the largest dams in South India and is a popular tourist destination. The Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve, India’s largest tiger reserve, is spread over 3500 km2 and is a natural habitat for diverse species of flora and fauna. The lush and dense Nallamala Forest range is a popular destination for trekking, hill climbing, forest exploration, and research, with Srisailam town acting as a base camp. Other attractions in Srisailam include the Akka Mahadevi Caves, Pathalaganga, and Shikareshwara Temple.
Srisailam has a population of 23,257, with an average literacy rate of 75.62%, higher than the state average of 67.02%. The primary and secondary school education is imparted by government, aided, and private schools, under the School Education Department of the state.
Transportation in Srisailam is mainly by road, with the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation operating bus services from Srisailam and Atmakur bus station with Atmakur bus depot. There is also a path to travel on foot from Atmakur to Srisailam, which is allowed only twice a year for devotees to fulfill their vow to Lord Shiva. The path completely passes through the dense forest of Nallamala Hills, and one has to carry their own food and potable items with them as there are no adequate facilities. Srisailam can also be accessed by road from Dornala and Atchampet, with the state government-owned Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) operating frequent buses from Atmakur and Dornala and also from nearby places. The nearest railway station is at Markapur Road Railway Station, about 90 kilometers from Srisailam, and the nearest airport is Kurnool Airport, about 180 kilometers from Srisailam. The nearest major airport is the Hyderabad International Airport, located about 217 km (135 mi) from Srisailam.
Come and experience the spiritual and natural beauty of Srisailam, a hidden gem in the heart of Andhra Pradesh.
