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Anantapur
Spend a half‑day to see the Clock Tower and ISKCON Temple; add a half‑day for a nearby day‑trip like Lepakshi – one full day is enough.
Anantapur is a small Andhra‑Pradesh city on the Hyderabad‑Bangalore corridor. Its historic Clock Tower, ISKCON Temple and nearby heritage sites (Lepakshi, Penukonda Fort) can be visited in a single day, with budget lodging and good bus/train links from major metros.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (extreme heat)
- Airport
- PUT
- Nights
- 1
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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 Anantapur112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Anantapur, 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
- SafetyAnantapur is generally safe for tourists; petty theft can occur in crowded markets – keep valuables secure and use registered transport.
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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 numbers112 police / all services · 101 fire · 102 ambulance (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.
- AirportPUT Puttaparthi Airport (≈70 km (43 mi) north, limited flights).PUT Puttaparthi Airport (≈43 mi (70 km) north, limited flights).
- Getting aroundAPSRTC government buses and private operators run frequent services to Hyderabad, Bangalore and nearby towns…
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
- PUT Puttaparthi Airport (≈70 km (43 mi) north, limited flights)PUT Puttaparthi Airport (≈43 mi (70 km) north, limited flights)
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
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (10 rain days), driest Nov (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Anantapur: next 7 days
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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)
4 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)
5 rd
Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
7 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
9 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
10 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 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
APSRTC government buses and private operators run frequent services to Hyderabad, Bangalore and nearby towns; Garib Rath trains connect to Hyderabad and Bangalore. Auto‑rickshaws are common in town.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lepakshi
goDoor to door: ≈4 h total
Bus or shared taxi, ~2 h each way
Home to the giant Nandi statue and 13th‑century temples.
Penukonda Fort
goDoor to door: ≈3 h total
Bus via Kurnool, ~1.5 h
Historic fort and temples from the Krishnadevaraya era.
Puttaparthi (Sri Sathya Sai Baba ashram)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Bus or taxi, ~1 h
Spiritual centre with large complex; check visitor hours.
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.
Nama Residency
Budget guesthouse near Subash Road
Komala Residency
Budget, 2 people ₹1,200 per night
Hotel Masineni Grand
3‑star, central, ₹3,200 per night
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
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Nannari syrup (750 ml)Popular summer drink concentrate | ₹45 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal at a local restaurant (e.g., biryani, dosa) | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Bus ticket to Hyderabad (≈200 km) | ₹200–₹300 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus and train schedules can change; verify timings on the APSRTC or Indian Railways sites.
- Summer heat can be intense; carry water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police / all services
- 112
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 102
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Emergency
- Police / all services112
- Fire101
- Ambulance102
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- APSRTC bus Anantapur → Hyderabad: ≈₹250, 4 h
- Auto‑rickshaw within town (5 km): ≈₹50–₹80
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 Anantapur. 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–Jun (extreme heat) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add night‑bus tickets for distant day‑trips.
- Include a budget for auto‑rickshaw rides within town.
Sources
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