Top Tourist Places to Visit in Gandikota

Gandikota

A Quaint And Charming Village Attraction Of Andhra Pradesh

Appealingly renowned as the 'Grand Canyon of India', Gandikota is a tiny and picturesque village in the Kadapa region of Andhra Pradesh. The hamlet, which is bordered by River Pennar on the right, is well-known for the breathtaking gorges the river has carved through the Erramala Hills.

Best time to visit: Sep-To-Feb
Things to do: Explore Belum Caves, Enjoy Views From Gorge-Pennar River, Visit Architecturally Rich Temples, Kayaking And River Rafting

Things to Do in Gandikota

Araku Valley

Travel Cost : Approx. $65 - $135 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Srisailam

Travel Cost : Approx. $120 - $200 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Chittoor

Travel Cost : Approx. $75 - $140 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Guntur

Travel Cost : Approx. $95 - $165 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Kakinada

Travel Cost : Approx. $65 - $165 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Tirupati

Travel Cost : Approx. $95 - $150 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Vijayawada

Travel Cost : Approx. $80 - $170 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Visakhapatnam

Travel Cost : Approx. $100 - $160 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

HOW TO REACH GANDIKOTA

Flight -
Flight- The closest airport to Gandikota that has good connections is Bengaluru International Airport in Bangalore. The remaining 345 km (6 hours) to Gandikota can be traveled by bus or rented vehicle after taking a flight to Bengaluru.

Rail -
There are three train stops close to Gandikota: Jammalamadugu (18 km), Kadapa (77 km), and Tadipatri (85 km).

Road -
The most popular way to get to Gandikota is by car. Since the highways between the big cities are kept in good condition, the drive is not taxing. Depending on where you're coming from, the duration may be anywhere between 6 and 9 hours. Additionally, Gandikota has good road connections to the main towns and cities.

HOW TO GET AROUND

Cab -
If you plan on staying in Gandikota then you have two options of daily commute! One of them is by Cab, you can choose cabs and negotiate the fair beforehand!

Auto-rickshaw -
The other option of commute is by Auto! You can easily ask one of the hotel staff to arrange an auto for you and negotiate with them!

Traditional Food

BANDAR LADDU

GONGURA

PULUSU

PAPPUCHARU

JONNA KUDU

BOBBATTU

KAJA

ARISA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is special about Gandikota

Its name frequently appears in historical accounts of the ancient conflicts in the area Yogi Vemana the celebrated Telugu poet is believed to have resided in the Gandikota area It is endowed with natural resources and historical accounts reflect that diamonds were mined in the region