Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple | Timings & Accommodation

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple, also known as Srisailam Temple, is a major Hindu pilgrimage site in Srisailam. It was dedicated to Lord Mallikarjuna and Goddess Bhramaramba. The temple’s morning hours are 06:00 am to 03:30 pm, and the evening hours are 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

The temple is situated on the banks of the Krishna River and is considered one of the twelve Jyotirlingas (sacred abodes of Lord Shiva) in India. It is highly significant for devotees and attracts many pilgrims from all over the country.

History of Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

As per the history of Srisailam Temple, the mention of Srisailam hills can be traced to the Nasik inscription of the Satavahana King Vasisthiputra Pulumavi in the 1st century AD. 

According to the Shiva Purana, when Lord Ganesha got married before Lord Karthikeyan, Lord Karthikeyan got angry and left for Kraunch Mountain. 

Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati tried to console him but could not stop him from leaving. Dejected, Lord Shiva took the form of Jyotirlinga and settled on the mountaintop.

Another legend associated with the Srisailam Temple is that Chandravathi, daughter of Chandragupta Patana, ran away from her father, who made romantic advances towards her. 

She crossed the River Krishna and went up to the hilltop where she lived with her servants. She observed that one of her cows would stand over a rock formation and shed milk over it daily. The Princess dreamt that the rock was a self-manifested Linga of Lord Shiva.

Hence, she dug the ground, and a glowing Linga emerged. She worshipped the Linga daily, adorning it with Jasmine (Mallika) flowers. Lord Shiva was very pleased and granted her Mukti and salvation by sending her to Kailash.

Srisailam Temple Architecture:

The architecture of Srisailam Temple showcases a blend of Dravidian and Vijayanagara architectural styles. The temple complex has intricate carvings, exquisite sculptures, and ornate structures.

The temple has multiple gopurams adorned with elaborate sculptures and intricate carvings depicting mythological scenes and deities.

The main sanctum houses the shrine of Lord Mallikarjuna, with the presiding deity in the form of a lingam (a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva). The sanctum was designed to allow devotees to view the deity differently from different angles.

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Timings:

The temple morning timings are 06:00 am to 03:30 pm, and the evening timings are 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Days	Morning Timings	Evening Timings
Monday	6:00 am to 3:30 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm
Tuesday	06 pm to 10 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm
Wednesday	06 pm to 10 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm
Thursday	06 pm to 10 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm
Friday	06 pm to 10 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm
Saturday	06 pm to 10 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm
Sunday	06 pm to 10 pm	6:00 am to 3:30 pm

Best time to visit Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

The best time to visit Srisailam Temple is from February to April and September to November when the weather is pleasant and there are fewer crowds than during peak pilgrimage seasons.

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Entry Fee:

The temple entry ticket costs are here.

Tickets	Costs
Seegra Darshan	Rs. 150
Athi Seegra Darshan	Rs. 300
VIP Darshan	Rs. 500
Free Darshan	No Ticket Required

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Aarti Timings:

The temple aarti timings are here.

Ritual	Timings
Suprabhatha Darshan	5:00 am
Mahamangala Aarti (Morning)	5:00 am
Mahamangala Aarti (Evening)	5:30 am

Srisailam Temple Daily Sevas Timings:

The temple’s daily sevas timings are here.

Sevas	Timings
Mangalavadyams	04:30 am to 05:00 am
Suprabhatam	05:00 am to 05:15 am
Early Hours Pooja	05:15 am to 06:30 am
Sarva Darshan	06:30 am to 01:00 pm
Alankara Darshan	01:00 pm to 03:30 pm
Mangalavadyams	04:30 pm to 04:50 pm
Pradoshakaala Pooja	04:50 pm to 05:20 pm
Susandhyam	05:20 pm to 06:00 pm
Rajopachara puja	05:50 pm to 06:20 pm
Ekantha Seva	09:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Festivals Celebrated at Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

Mallikarjuna Temple celebrates various festivals throughout the year, attracting many devotees.

Mahasivaratri Brahmothsavams:

Mahashivaratri Brahmotsavams is a grand festival celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion at Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple. 

Kumbhothsavam:

The authorities of Srisailam temple have organised Kumbhotsavam. In this festival, devotees offered the lord coconuts, pumpkins and lemons. 

Arudrothsavam:

Arudrothsavam is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to be the day when Lord Shiva manifested as the cosmic dancer, Lord Nataraja. 

Makara Sankramanam:

The festival is known for its cultural traditions, such as kite flying, bonfires, and the exchange of sweets and gifts.

Dasara:

Dasara holds great significance as it marks the triumph of good over evil. According to the Hindu calendar, it is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin.

Sravanamahothsavam:

Sravanamahothsavam is a significant festival celebrated at Srisailam Temple. According to the Hindu calendar, it is observed during the auspicious month of Sravana.

Kartheekai Mahothsavam:

Kartheekai Mahotsavam, also known as Karthika Masam or Karthikai Deepam. During Kartheekai Mahotsavam, the temple complex is beautifully adorned with colourful decorations and illuminated with thousands of oil lamps and diyas. 

Ugadi:

Ugadi is a significant festival celebrated. The festival was observed with great joy and enthusiasm.

Aghora Pasupata Homam in Srisailam Temple:

Aghora Pasupata Homam is a significant ritual performed at the Srisailam Temple in Srisailam. Pasupata Homam is dedicated to Lord Shiva, specifically to the Aghora form of Lord Shiva. 

It is believed to be a powerful ritual that helps seek blessings for spiritual growth, protection from negative forces, and overall well-being.

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Abhishekam Ticket Costs:

The temple Abhishekam ticket costs and timings are here.

Abhishekam	Ticket Costs
Garbalayam	Rs.5000
For a Single	Rs.750
For a couple	Rs.1500
Kalyana Mandapam	Rs.1500

Srisailam Temple Abhishekam Tickets Online Booking:

• Abhishekam tickets can be booked online.
• This pooja can be performed as a single or as a couple.
• Tickets can be booked 60 days in advance.
• Tickets are non-transferable.

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Accommodation Rooms Costs:

The temple accommodation rooms costs are here

Cottage Name	No. of Rooms	Room Type	Rental Per day	Advance Amount
SivaSadanam	96		Rs.100	Rs.100
SivaSadanam	73A	3 Beds	Rs.150	Rs.150
Ganga Gowri Sadanam	58	Non-Ac Rooms	Rs.400	Rs.400
Ganga Gowri Sadanam	52	Ac rooms	Rs.650	Rs.650
Ganga Gowri Sadanam Dormitory Rooms	20 Beds	5 Number	Rs.2000	Rs.2000
Ganga Sadanam	116	Ac Suite	Rs.1000	Rs.1000
Pathaleswar Sadanam	24	2 Bed Ac Rooms	Rs.1000	Rs.1000
Chandeeswara Sadanam	17	2 Bed Non-Ac rooms	Rs.250	Rs.250
Chandeeswara Sadanam	8	2 Bed Ac rooms	Rs.400	Rs.400
Chandeeswara Sadanam	2	4 Bed Ac rooms	Rs.600	Rs.600
TTD Ground	7	2 Bed	Rs.300	Rs.300
TTD First Floor	N/A	Each 2 beds	Rs.100	Rs.100
Cottages 78	N/A	4 Bed Non-Ac	Rs.400	Rs.400
PG Road Cottages	9	2 Bedrooms Non-Ac	Rs.600	Rs.600
PG Road cottages	5	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.1200	Rs.1200
Sahithi Cottages	N/A	3 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.3000	Rs.3000
Swarna Sailam Cottages	N/A	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.2000	Rs.2000
USA (Dinesh Villa)	N/A	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.2000	Rs.2000
Rebala Cottages	N/A	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.3000	Rs.3000
Kamineni Cottages	N/A	3 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.2000	Rs.2000
Aditya Cottages	N/A	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.3000	Rs.3000
Penna Cottages	N/A	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.3000	Rs.3000
Erasu Nilayam	N/A	3 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.3000	Rs.3000
JC cottages	N/A	2 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.3000	Rs.3000
Satyam Guesthouse	4	Ac Suites	Rs.4000	Rs.4000
Cottage 116	N/A	4 Bedrooms Non-Ac	Rs.800	Rs.800
Cottage 114	N/A	4 Bedrooms Ac	Rs.1000	Rs.1000
Cottage 117	N/A	Non-Ac Bedrooms	Rs.1200	Rs.1200
Near S.S.Kendram Cottages	N/A	Each two beds	Rs.600	Rs.600
Pilgrim Sheds / Tourist Bus stand	N/A	N/A	Rs.500	Rs.500
Pilgrim Sheds near Siva Deeksha Sibiram	N/A	N/A	Rs.500	Rs.500
Mallikarjuna Sadanam	N/A	N/A	Rs.1000	Rs.1000
Mallikarjuna Sadanam	N/A	Suites	Rs.1500	Rs.1500

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Accommodation Online Booking:

• Accommodation can be booked online at the Srisailam Temple official Website.
• Rooms will be at the counter at the Central reception office in Ganga Sadan, which is within walking distance of the bus stop.
• The caution deposit for the one-day rental is to be paid in advance at the check-in at CRO.
• The Room will be allotted 24 hours, from 8 am to 8 am (the next day). Anything after 8 am will be considered a room extension, and a caution deposit will be credited to the Devasthanam account.
• The Room will only be allotted to the person submitting proof of ID at the time of allotment.
• Accommodation is non-transferrable, and cancellation is not available.

Mallikarjuna Temple Dress Code:

The dress code for Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple generally requires devotees to wear traditional and modest attire. It recommends dressing modestly, covering shoulders and knees, and avoiding wearing revealing or inappropriate clothing as a mark of respect for the temple’s sacredness.

Tourist places nearby Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

• Srisailam Reservoir
• Chenchu Lakshmi Tribal Museum
• Phaladhara-Panchadhara
• Sampath Vinayaka Temple
• Pathala Ganga Walk Way
• Rudravanam Park
• Appalayagunta Temple
• Ishtakaameshwari Devi Temple
• Nallamala Forest
• Pathalganga Rope Way
• Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
• Mallamma Kanneeru Temple
• Octopus Viewpoint

Hotels nearby Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

• Hotel R Residency
• Pathaleswara Sadan
• Hotel Grand Akkamahadevi
• Madhavi Grand Inn
• Haritha Vijay Vihar Hotel
• Hotel Shobha
• Sri Laxmi Ganesh Hotel
• Hotel Seven Hills
• Mahanandi Haritha Hotel

Resorts nearby Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

• APTDC Srisailam
• Ganga Sadan
• Haritha Srisailam
• Velma Choltry
• Gowri Shankar Sadan

Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple Contact Details:

• Address: Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple, Srisailam, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India, 518101
• Contact Numbers: +91 08524 –288885, 288886, 288887
• Accommodation Enquiry Number: +91 85000 87012
• Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple: Official Website

How to reach Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple:

By Road:

The nearest bus stand to Srisailam Temple is Srisailam Bus Stand.

By Rail:

The closest railway station to the Mallikarjuna Temple is Markapur Road Railway Station.

By Air:

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad is the nearest airport, approximately 225 kilometres away.

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