Andhra Pradesh
Srisailam
History at a glance
- AD 953-1323The Kakatiyas contribute further.
- MedievalReddy kings and Vijayanagara emperors patronise the temple. One source also names CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI among those who worshipped here and contributed.
- MythologicalShiva and Parvati follow Kartikeya to the hill after he leaves in anger over the contest with Ganesha, and remain there as Mallikarjuna and Bhramaramba.
- MythologicalBhramaramba takes the form of a bee to destroy the demon Arunasura.
- 1st century ADThe earliest known historical mention of Srisailam hill appears in PULUMAVI'S NASIK INSCRIPTION.
- AD 624-848The Chalukyas contribute to the temple's development.
Best time to visit
October to February — curated for this destination
Coming up nationwide
- In 11 daysGandhi Jayanti · 2 October
- In 28 daysDurga Ashtami / Maha Navami · 19 October
- In 29 daysDussehra (Vijayadashami) · 20 October
- In 38 daysKarwa Chauth · 29 October
Real dates, not AI-drafted — sourced from the Hindu Panchang, same for every destination.
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