4-Day Itinerary for Kurnool

  1. Day 1: Konda Reddy Fort
    10 minutes (3.4 km) from Kurnool Railway Station

    Konda Reddy Fort, also known as Kondareddy Buruju, is a fort situated on top of a hill in Kurnool. The fort was built by Achyuta Devarayalu, a Vijayanagar ruler. The panoramic view of the city, especially during the sunset, is breathtaking. The fort also has a small museum showcasing the weapons and artefacts of the era.

  2. Day 2: Belum Caves
    2 hours (90 km) from Kurnool Railway Station

    Belum Caves are the second-longest natural caves in the Indian subcontinent, located in the Belum Village of Kolimigundla Mandal, in Kurnool. The length of the cave system is about 3.5 km, and it is open to the public for exploration. The caves offer a unique experience for adventure enthusiasts, providing passages to crawl and climb through.

  3. Day 3: Oravakallu Rock Garden
    1 hour 30 minutes (60 km) from Belum Caves

    Oravakallu Rock Garden is a unique garden located in the Orvakal Village of Kurnool District. It's a beautiful place, filled with natural rock formations and boulders. The garden is an exciting place to visit for those who love nature and are interested in geology. The best time to visit is early in the morning or late in the afternoon, as the heat during the day can be unbearable.

  4. Day 4: Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 10 minutes (44 km) from Oravakallu Rock Garden

    Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary is a small wildlife reserve located in the Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh. It is home to various species of animals and birds such as the Indian bustard, blackbuck, pangolin, and wolf. The sanctuary is also a great place for birdwatching and has recorded over 120 species of birds. The best time to visit is during winters when migrant birds visit the sanctuary.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Konda Reddy Fort (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Belum Caves (3 hours, ₹300)
  • Oravakallu Rock Garden (2 hours, ₹100)
  • Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, ₹200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹650

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Ugra stambham or go for a heritage walk of Kurnool Fort. If you have less time, you can skip Oravakallu Rock Garden and head directly to Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary, or you can skip Konda Reddy Fort and visit Alampur Jogulamba Temple.

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