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Srisailamశ్రీశైలము
Spend one full day in Srisailam to see the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga and the dam; add a night only for festivals.
Srisailam is a pilgrimage town in Andhra Pradesh's Rayalaseema region, 245 km from Hyderabad. The main attraction is the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga temple, plus the nearby dam and forest road scenery. A day covers the temple and dam; longer stays are only needed for festivals or trekking.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Sep (heat, monsoon)
- Airport
- HYD
- Nights
- 1 (optional)
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Srisailam100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Srisailam, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for pilgrims; watch road conditions and keep valuables secure in crowded bus stations.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (all services) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHYD Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (about 245 km (152 mi), 5–6 h by bus or taxi).HYD Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (about 152 mi (245 km), 5–6 h by bus or taxi).
- Getting aroundBuses from Hyderabad, Kurnool and Tirupati run hourly; private taxis are possible but road has hairpin bends and potholes.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HYD Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (about 245 km (152 mi), 5–6 h by bus or taxi)HYD Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (about 152 mi (245 km), 5–6 h by bus or taxi)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
Jul
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Aug
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Sep
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Aug (13 rain days), driest Mar (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Srisailam: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
Jun
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Jul
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Aug
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Sep
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
4 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Buses from Hyderabad, Kurnool and Tirupati run hourly; private taxis are possible but road has hairpin bends and potholes. Within town walk to the temple and dam.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Alampur (Telangana)
goDoor to door: ≈4 h round trip
Bus or taxi, about 2 h each way
Ancient temples, good for a half‑day visit
Mantralayam
goDoor to door: ≈6 h round trip
Bus via Kurnool, ≈3 h each way
Pilgrimage town with Raghavendra Swamy shrine
Bagalkot
cautionDoor to door: ≈8 h round trip
Bus via Kurnool, ≈4 h each way
Long travel; consider only if time permits
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Ganga Sadan (AP Tourism)
budget pilgrim lodge near the temple, no reservation needed except festivals
Gouri Sadan
similar budget option, run by Andhra Pradesh Tourism
Punnami Guest House
clean budget guest house, walkable to the temple
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹500–800 (≈ US$6–10) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget pilgrim lodge1 × 1 night × ₹300 | ₹300 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Hyderabad → Srisailam bus (one way)1 × ₹500 · check | ₹500 |
| eSIM data (7 days)1 × ₹800 · check | ₹800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹210 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,310 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,310≈ US$30 |
Ganga Sadan, Gouri Sadan
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Vegetarian thali (restaurant) | ₹120–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bottle of AGMARK honeyBuy at Chenchu Lakshmi Tribal Museum | ₹150–250 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bus ticket Hyderabad → Srisailamcheck | ₹500–800 (≈ US$6–10) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road to Srisailam has steep ghat sections, potholes and many hairpin bends – hire an experienced driver.
- Peak festival days require advance lodging.
- Check bus schedules; some services end early in the evening.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 101
- General emergency (all services)
- 112
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Srisailamశ్రీశైలము
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దయచేసి ఈ చిరునామాకు తీసుకెళ్లండిTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- General emergency112
Embassy
Indian consulates in the US are in New Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Hyderabad → Srisailam bus: about ₹600 (≈ US$7), 6 h (check)
- Taxi Srisailam → Mallikarjuna Temple: ≈₹200–300 for short ride
Say or show
- क्षमించండి — Excuse me / Sorry (kshaminchandi)
- ధన్యవాదాలు — Thank you (dhanyavaadalu)
- ఇది ఎంత? — How much is it? (idi enta?)
- బాత్రూం ఎక్కడ? — Where is the toilet? (bathroom ekkada?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Srisailam. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Sep (heat, monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night during Maha Shivaratri for temple festivities.
- Arrange a guided trek on the Nallamala forest trails for nature lovers.
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