Shiva
Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple (Srisailam)
Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh · Mallikarjuna (Shiva), Bhramaramba (Devi)
About Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple (Srisailam)
Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple is both a Jyotirlinga (1 of 12) and a Shakti Peetha (1 of 18). The temple is in the dense Nallamala forest on the Krishna river — part of the Nagarjunasagar Tiger Reserve.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Mallikarjuna (Shiva), Bhramaramba (Devi)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Bhramaramba (Devi)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
1.5 – 2 hours
🪔 Special Puja
Maha Shivaratri; Brahmotsavam
🔔 Important Rituals
Jyotirlinga darshan, Shakti Peetha darshan, Sivaratri puja
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire; dhoti for men recommended
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March; Maha Shivaratri
🎫 Entry Fee
Free; special darshan ₹300–₹500
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Markapur Road (83 km)
Nearest Airport
Hyderabad Airport (215 km)
Distance from City
215 km from Hyderabad
Parking
Yes, large complex
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Srisailam
Food Options
Restaurants in Srisailam; temple annadanam
Visitor Tips
Combine with Nagarjuna Sagar Dam. The ghats on Krishna river are serene.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Maha Shivaratri celebrated for 24 hours continuously.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Well-developed complex with good facilities. Beautiful forest drive.
⚠️ Important Notes
Complete the forest road journey before sunset.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Typical Duration
1.5 – 2 hours
Entry Fee
Free; special darshan ₹300–₹500
State
Andhra Pradesh
Location
Srisailam
Ideal Base City
Srisailam
Senior Friendly
Yes
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