Andhra Pradesh ·
Gandikota
Gandikota is a village and historical fort on the right bank of the Penna river, 15 km from Jammalamadugu in Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India. The fort was the centre of power for various dynasties, such as the Kalyani Chalukyas, Pemmasani Nayakas, and the Golconda Sultanate.
Gandikota at a Glance
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- Mylavaram Dam
- Gandikota Reservoir
Gandikota at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Mylavaram Dam: Mylavaram Dam is a medium irrigation project in Andhra Pradesh, India. This barrage is situated over the Penna river in Kadapa district near Mylavaram.
- Gandikota Reservoir: Gandikota Reservoir is an irrigation project located across Penna River of Andhra Pradesh in the Indian state. It receives water from Galeru Nagari Sujala Sravanthi Project canal.
Sightseeing Places
- Mylavaram Dam: Mylavaram Dam is a medium irrigation project in Andhra Pradesh, India. This barrage is situated over the Penna river in Kadapa district near Mylavaram.
- Gandikota Reservoir: Gandikota Reservoir is an irrigation project located across Penna River of Andhra Pradesh in the Indian state. It receives water from Galeru Nagari Sujala Sravanthi Project canal.
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Mylavaram Dam
Mylavaram Dam is a medium irrigation project in Andhra Pradesh, India. This barrage is situated over the Penna river in Kadapa district near Mylavaram.
Gandikota Reservoir
Gandikota Reservoir is an irrigation project located across Penna River of Andhra Pradesh in the Indian state. It receives water from Galeru Nagari Sujala Sravanthi Project canal.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kadapa Airport (CDP), about 62 km from Gandikota.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Mangapatnam railway station, about 9 km from central Gandikota.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Gandikota (Apr, May, Jun) averages 27–38°C with about 18 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Gandikota (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–34°C with about 69 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Gandikota (Oct, Nov) averages 22–30°C with about 115 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Gandikota (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 19–31°C with about 4 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 38°C and lows of 27°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
Planning Guide
- Overview: Gandikota is a village in Andhra Pradesh.
- Accommodation: There are also lodges in Jammalamadugu, 15km away. You can rent tents for a nominal fees (someone from the village will always be hanging out at Haritha) and camp out near the gorge The big town nearby is Ananthpur, which has good accommodation and food options. Listed options include APTDC Haritha resort.
- Best Way To Explore: The town is well connected with bus service and you get autos at cheap rate within the town limit.
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Significance
The whole village lives within the Gandikota Fort complex. Gandikota, known as the "Grand Canyon of India", is a historical fort village in Andhra Pradesh, India, famous for its stunning gorge carved by the Penna River.
Historical Significance
The whole village lives within the Gandikota Fort complex. Gandikota, known as the "Grand Canyon of India", is a historical fort village in Andhra Pradesh, India, famous for its stunning gorge carved by the Penna River.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gandikota is most comfortable in January, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 40°C) and the wettest months are October.
The nearest airport is Kadapa Airport (CDP), about 62 km away. The nearest railway station is Mangapatnam railway station, about 9 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Mylavaram Dam and Gandikota Reservoir.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 40°C over the year, with about 503 mm of rain in total.
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