Route Information and Other details

1. Falls is 70 km from Tirupati and 10 km from Nagalapuram.
2. Water flows 365 days in a year.
3. Route map : Tirupati -> Nagalpuram -> Rajulakandriga -> SK Waterfalls
4. From Chennai -> Uttukottai -> Nagalpuram -> Rajulakandriga -> SK Waterfalls.
5. Visitors can spend 6-7 hours at these natural falls.
6. Devotees used to offer prayers at Lord Siva temple.

Things to avoid

1. Alcoholsumption is not allowed
2. NonVeg food is not allowed.
3. Children not allowed to take bath in the falls as it is deep inside
4. It is not advised for Non-Swimmers.
5. Please avoid plastic usage or don’t leave any plastic waste in the forest.
6. Don’t leave food in the forest as it can attract wild animals.

Best Time to Visit

1. Water flow will be high during rainy season ie. Oct – Jan
2. Best time to visit falls is in the month of Dec

Things to carry

1. Tube or Life Jacket is advisable
2. Food and water to be carried as there are no shops nearby

Vehicles Advised

1. Vehicles with low ground clearance can be parked at JB Puram (Jambukesa Puram). From there it is 1 km by walk
2. Two Wheelers/SUV/Jeeps are good to reach the falls.

Nagalapuram SK Waterfalls

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Best time to visit this falls, during rainy season i.e in the months of Oct-Nov- Dec-Jan, flow will be good during rainy season.

Path to this falls is of mud road, it can be reached either by walk or by bikes.

Ganganna Sirassu Water Falls is at a distance of 137 km from Tirupati. It takes 2 hours 30 mins by car.

How to reach Ganganna Sirassu Falls Nellipatla?

Route information shared by Chakrapani Sir
To reach this falls there are two routes.
1. Main town Palamaner. From palamaner to mandipet kottur ~13KM (Bus as well as share auto available). From mandipet kottur with help of local people
inside forest around 5KM only by walk.
2. Main Town Palamaner or Gudiyattam . From palamaner or Gudiyattam Moredhana Dam by bus or your own transport. From Moredhana Dam with help of local people around 9 KM inside the forest only by walk.

Precautions:

1. Not to travel alone this place as it is in forest area
2. Not to swim unless you have all materials
3. Do not leave any plastic or food waste here, as animals come to this falls to drink water.

Ganganna Sirassu Falls Nellipatla

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How to reach Ubbalamadugu  falls?

1. The direct bus runs at low frequency to Varadaiah Palem, instead, one can board Tirupati – Chennai, bus route: Tirupati- Sri Kalahasti – Varadaiahpalem – Tada – Chennai. You can get down at Varadaiahpalem.
2. From Varadaiahpalem, share autos, mini cabs run to Ubbalamadugu Forest entrance. Which is at 7 km from VaradaiahPalem.
3. From forest entrance grate falls is at 3 km, falls located next to Siva temple.
4. For safety reasons, one can stop here. During winter rocks will be slippery.
5. During summer, one can step forward to reach next falls which are at 2 km away from Siva temple. Attention is not required, as rocks quite huge. Security staff is deployed here for safety reasons.
6. Tada falls is 72 km from Tirupati, 35 km from Sri Kalahasti and  97 km from Chennai.
7. From chennai, it is same route in reverse direction. Chennai – Tada route – Varadaiahapalem.

Entry fees

Different routes to Ubbalamadugu falls Tada

Route 1:  Tirupati – Tiruchanoor Bypass – Sri Kalahasti – Varadaiahpalem – Falls ( No toll in this route)

From Chennai Route 1: Chennai – Red hills – Tada – Varadaiah palem – falls ( this route is having 3 toll gates with four lane road)

Route 2:  Chennai – Tiruvallur – Uthukotai – Sathyavaedu – Varadaiahpalem – Falls (This route is not having any toll gates, usually single and double roads with good scenic view as it passes thru villages)

Route 3: Chennai – Avadi – Thiruninravur – Periyapalem – Sathyavedu – Falls.

Precautions at Tada falls

1. Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
2. Do not consume liquor.
3. Do not enter pool over there unless you know swimming.
4. Do not leave waste materials in the forest.
5. One can stay up to 4 pm at falls.
6. A nearby hospital is at 14 km away from Falls.
7. Do not leave any plastic waste in the forest.

Ubbalamadugu falls Tada Gallery

Ubbalamadugu falls Tada Video

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Gundala Kona one of the most popular site to visit near Railway Kodur. Lord Siva’s Temple is located here. This place will be crowded during Kartheeka Maasam as thousands of devotees visit this place to perform pooja to Lord Siva. Mahashivratri festival is celebrated here every year since centuries.

Importance of this site is that Water flows in Gundala Kona falls throughout the year.

Gundalakona is the place where Sage Viswamitra installed Gundaleswara Swamy in a temple.

Above the Gundala Kona falls there are seven more Gundams or falls namely Pasupu Gundam, Ginni gundam, Akka Devatala gundam.

Interesting places nearby Gundala Kona

Salindra Kona ( Salindhra Kona ) which is at a distance of 3 kilometres from Gundala Kona.

Nilakanteswara Swamy temple which is at 15 km away from Y.Kota.

How to reach Gundala Kona?

• A.P.S.R.T.C runs buses to Gundala Kona for a day during Shivaratri via Y.Kota from Railway Koduru.
• You can reach Railway Kodur by public transport and then head straight to Gundala Kona.

Gundala Kona Waterfalls Images

Gundala Kona Waterfalls

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Best Time to visit: Sep to Feb.

Entry fee: No Ticket cost to access these falls.

How to reach Nala Kona falls?

15 – 20 mins walk to these from Tala Kona falls. No need to trek any hills to reach this place.

Well before starting to Tala Kona falls trekking, there is a direction on the right side from the forest entry gate, which will take you this place.

It is at left when coming down thru steps, from TalaKona Waterfalls to forest entry post.

Instructions:

• If you don’t know swimming then don’t try to get into the water without proper accessories
• Don’t trek alone to this place, Guide is required.

Nala Kona Falls Photo Gallery

Falls Video

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220 KM from Chennai and 105 Kms from Chittoor and 23 KM from Bakarapeta which is the nearest town

The direct buses are available from Tirupati, Chittoor, Piler, Bakarapeta, Madanapalle Bus Stations.

Talakona Waterfall is of 60 mt high perennial water, it is the tallest waterfalls in Andhra Pradesh.

The waterfalls are placed amidst dense forest surrounded by natural beauty and greenery. It is believed that the water of Talakona Falls near Tirupati is enriched with herbs wit healing powers.

Famous Temples at TalaKona Falls

This place is also famous for the temple Sri Siddheshwara swami sited in the midst of a thick forest. childless couples pray for progeny and name their children Siddaiah or Siddhamma if their wish is fulfilled.

Lord Shiva Temple is another famous shrine at Talakona Falls, one should visit before leaving. Temple will be crowded during Shivarathri Time, which is in the month of March.

Accommodation at Talakona Falls Near Tirupati

Forest guest houses are available for Stay at Talakona falls. Private accommodation does available at the Talakona for Night stay.

Best Time to visit TalaKona Falls near Tirupati

November to January is the best season to visit. During Rainy, season water flows to the best and it is the best time to watch falls to the full extent. There are several private transport facilities to Talakona from Bakarapeta, Piler and Chittoor.

Bus / Car Route from Tirupati  To TalaKona Falls –  Tirupati -> Kaalur Cross – > Ramgampeta -> BakaraPeta -> Nerabailu -> Talakona

Talakona Falls

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Falls is located at a distance of 70 Km from Tirupati

Kailasakona is one of the popular Tourism places nearby Tirupati, It is a perennial waterfall with sacred Siva and Parvathi temple. This place is famous for its pleasant waterfall with crystal clear water enriched with mineral values. This place historical significance and there is saying that lord Siva came for Venkateswara swami marriage at Narayanavanam a temple near to the falls.

This falls can be reached easily and has good transportation facilities, vehicles can reach the foot of waterfalls. This place is 40 KM away from Tirupati, the best season to visit this would be from November to January.

Entry fees: Rs.10 per person

Best Time to visit: Oct-Dec with good flow.

Tourism Guesthouse is located near Puttur but it is not in good condition. Sivaratri days, Karthika Masam will be devotees. Sat and Sun will be crowded with tourists.

Kailasakona Falls Video

How to reach this place?

1. Any bus from Tirupati to Nagalapuram goes by this place.
2. One should get down here, from it is 20 – 25 mins walk to reach this place.
3. This place is also reachable by two-wheeler
4.  Auto rickshaws are available from Puttur to this falls.
5. Entry restricted after 6:00 pm.
6. No accommodation is available at this place so one must vacate by 6:00 pm

KailasaKona Falls Photo-Gallery

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Entry fee: No charges

Sadasiva Kona Near Puttur

It is one of the best Tourism places nearby Tirupati which is situated at a distance of 10 km from Majjiga Gunta on Puttur-Tirupati route. The place with lofty mountain peaks, thick forests and a picturesque waterfall is a unique one. Sadasiva is the presiding deity. A large number of devotees come here from different parts Of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka on auspicious days like Mahasivaratri, Vaikunta Ekadasi and on all Mondays in the month of Karthika.

The most convenient route is the bus route from the main road to Nagilern. From there, the devotees can reach Sadasiva Kona by walking a distance of 4 km. Though there are other routes too from Yerpedu near Sri Kalahasti, Papanaidupeta and Vadamalapeta, these are quite tedious.

Apart from the serene natural atmosphere of the hill, it is also known for producing a variety of medicinal herbs. Hence, a bath in the waterfall is believed to cure chronic diseases.

The temple dedicated to Lord Sadasiva was constructed by the rulers of Karveti Nagar who worshipped Kamakshi Bameta Sadasiva during festivals. Ammavari Kona and Ayyavari Kona are located near the temple. The water from these valleys flows together at a place where Pushkarini is formed. A dip in this Pushkarini too is believed to cure a person of diseases and sin.

Despite receiving so many devotees, no effort is made towards the development of the temple. The only source of income is the offering, which comes from the devotees.

Best Time to visit: Oct-Feb. The flow will be high during Oct, Nov and Dec months.

SadaSiva Kona Puttur Gallery

SadaSiva Kona – Ayyavari Kona – AmmaVari Kona

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Entry fees: No charges.

Moola Kona Puttur is at a distance of 97 Km from Tirupati

Moola Kona falls Near Puttur

The Gajapath hill is an ideal spot for picnickers and trekkers, lending its beauty with one of the most visually pleasing waterfalls. The hill is covered with herbal floral greenery and the water passes through them seems so crystal clear water reaches a small pond through two cascades. One coming from the eastern part of the hill opposite to the temple of Goddess Parvathi Devi shrine facing north and the other from the northern part of the hill, just opposite to Lord Sangameshwara Swamy shrine facing east , water from the hill falls into a small pit of about 10 feet deep and reaches the pond and the other cascade passes to the .Lord Jalalingeshwara swamy along with a nandhi is installed in the middle of the pond on a 7 ft platform .Lord Ganesha facing north are also installed here just beside the pond.

Legend of moola kona falls near puttur

As per Legends, This is the sporting place of Alamelumangathayaru daughter or Akasaraju, where Lord Srinivas (in human form ) saw adorable/charming Alamelumangathayaru for the first time and inspired of her beauty and fallen in love.

Moola Kona Photo Gallery

Moola Puttur Video

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Best season to visit is between July and October during the peak rain season.

It is popularly known as Kaigal waterfalls in reference to the Kaigal village situated about 2.5 kilometres from the Falls. Locally the falls is called as Dumukuralla Water Falls. The Telugu name Dumukurallu waterfalls came into Prominence because of its sound resembling the fall of stones from above.

The waterfall is natural, perennial and water comes from a big rock at a height of 40 ft and flow is irrespective of seasons. But water force and beauty are increased during the annual Monsoon season. There are several natural ponds below the falls. Kaigal falls is one of the interesting tourist places nearby Tirupati.

How to reach Kaigal Water Falls?

Kaigal village is situated on the Kuppam – Palamaner Highway. As you drive from Kuppam the village comes on the right site and the falls is about 2.5 kilometres from the village.

Kaigal Falls Photo Gallery

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