Kurnool - 4 Attractions You Must Visit
About Kurnool
This district derives its name from its chief town Kurnool. Belum Caves are geologically and historically important caves in the district. There are indications that Jain and Buddhist monks were occupying these caves centuries ago.
Types of Attractions in Kurnool
List of Attractions in Kurnool
Belum Caves
Caves
Belum Caves are the largest and longest cave system in India still open for the tourists. The second largest caves in India after the Krem Liat Prah in Meghalaya and famous for their unique formations such as stalactite and stalagmite formations, the caves were formed over a period of millions of years with the consequent formation of limestone.
Fort kurnool
Forts
Notable Architectures
Also known as Kondareddy Buruju, is an imposing structure located in the heart of Kurnool city. The fort has different gateways and bastions. The fort has three levels and it was used as watch tower in 17th and 18th centuries.
Mantralayam
Outdoors- Other
This is a pilgrim village located in Kurnool district which lies on the banks of Thungabadra river. The village is known for the Brindavan of Raghavendra swami. Thousands of people visit the Raghavendra Matha and temples which are located on the banks of Tungabhadra River.
Srisailam Dam
Dams
This dam is constructed across the Krishna river and is the second-largest capacity working hydroelectric station in the country. The dam was constructed in a deep gorge in the Nallamala hills