Mahanandi Tourism
Type of destination: Pilgrimage site
Ideal visit duration: 3 to 4 hours
Mahanandi is a serene pilgrimage village located in Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is known for the much revered Mahanandiswara Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the Nava Nandis, the nine shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple showcases the brilliance of 7th-century architecture and is an epitome of natural and spiritual splendour. The shrine is situated amid lush forests and is bordered by a perennial water source that comes from five springs called 'Pancha Nandi Theertham'. What makes Mahanandi remarkable is its unique freshwater pools, which are believed to have healing properties due to the high mineral content. The location is enveloped by verdurous Nallamala hills and provides a peaceful retreat for pilgrims and nature lovers alike. Besides the spiritual aspect, Mahanandi is acclaimed for its agricultural practices, with fertile lands yielding a variety of crops. The Mahanandi Temple features a crystal-clear water tank which is incredibly square-shaped, and whose water remains at a constant 3 feet depth, a fact which intrigues visitors and devotees.
Opening and Closing time of Mahanandi
| Monday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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| Tuesday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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| Wednesday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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| Thursday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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| Friday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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| Saturday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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| Sunday |
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
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Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Mahanandi
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Mahanandi
Dress Code
Traditional wear recommended for temple visit.
Photography
Photography might be restricted inside the temple sanctum.
Footwear
It is customary to remove footwear outside the temple premises.
Top 5 Reviews on Mahanandi
Freedom30409324615
Wrote on 13th Oct, 2023
Business they are doing in this temple
They will loot you in this temple. Full commercial people in this temple.
Money money money they want
Suryakatakam
Wrote on 18th Feb, 2023
Nava Nandi Visit is most important in this trip
Mahanandi Temple is located in the east of Nallamalla Forest range at a distance of 14 km from Nandyala and 80 km from Kurnool. Lord Shiva Worshipped here as Mahanandeeswara Swamy which is Swayambu Sh..
bts_munnangi
Wrote on 31st Aug, 2021
Purity of the temple spoiled by authorities on the name of money everywhere
This temple is around 15km from Nandyala in kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh.This is very old temple constructed during the reign of chalukyas.This temple had a big pond where water comes from unkno..
TraavelGeek
Wrote on 29th Oct, 2020
Business in the name of God
After visiting this temple and going through the whole experience I wonder if it is a temple or a business. It starts with a steep entry fee of Rs. 80 for a car just 500 meters before the temple. Th..
TEK98
Wrote on 28th May, 2020
Mahanandi
It is a temple of lord Shiva.And it is located in nallamala forest.On the way we can see tigers too.we have to visit this temple especially for a pond.The pond is very pure.If we drop a coin in that..
