Another Weekend getaway from Bangalore with detailed itinerary! This time we will help you explore Lepakshi-Belum caves-Gandikota in the neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh..
This is the eighth in the Weekend getaways from Bangalore series. These are trips to tourist places near Bangalore within 300 KMs. These can also be considered as a 2 day trip near Bangalore. These trips are excellent weekend getaways for family.
They provide much-needed break from the routine. Bangalore is blessed with numerous options for weekend trips to revitalise oneself.
These weekend getaways from Bangalore cover Saturday and Sunday. They can be comfortably done by car/bike. A detailed itinerary given here will help you plan the trip.
This trip helps you to explore Lepakshi-Belum Caves-Gandikota wherein you will see outstanding temples of Vijayanagar era in Lepakshi, Penukonda and Tadipatri. Explore the mesmerising caves at Belum. It will also take you to the ” Grand Canyon of India” at Gandikota.
So why wait? Plan this trip on one of the weekends.
The Circuit
Bangalore – Lepakshi – Penukonda – Anantpur – Tadipatri – Belum caves – Jammalamadugu – Gandikota – Kadiri – Bangalore
Distance
677 KMs (End to end). Generally good roads. The Bangalore – Hyderabad highway is excellent.
Map
Google map Link of the circuit
The Plan
Nagalingeshwara in Lepakshi
Thimmarasa Jail, Penukonda
Gaga Mahal
Kashi Vishwanatha Temple
Ramalayam Temple
The base of the incomplete gopuram! Massive!
Notice the height of the plinth wall!!
Magnificent carvings on the plinth
Stone chariot similar to the one in Hampi!
Entrance to the cave
Formations inside the cave!
Panoramic view of Gandikota Grand Canyon
Grand canyon of Gandikota
Mini Charminar
Gopuram of Madhavaraya Temple
- The timings given here are indicative for travelling in a car or bike. This is an easy drive which covers three lovely places of Lepakshi-Belum caves-Gandikota.
- The best time to visit these places is in winter.
- It is good to explore the caves early in the morning before the temperatures increase.
- Carry water with you. There are not many options to eat either in Belum caves or Gandikota. It would be better to eat in Tadipatri before going to Belum caves or Jammalamadugu before going to Gandikota.
- Wear a good hat as the temperatures will be harsh even in winter.
- Penukonda, Belum caves and Gandikota requires walking and climbing. It is good to wear a good walking shoe.
- There are good options for accommodation in Anantapur. One can also drive to Belum caves straight after Penukonda. However the only option for stay in Belum caves is the state run Haritha Hotel which is average.
- If one wants to do some adventurous stuff like canoeing or trekking in Gandikota, can stay in tented accommodation provided by few adventure sports agencies and extend the trip by another day.
- We also recommend you to extend the stay by another day if you don’t want to drive back from Gandikota all the way to Bangalore. This will give you some more time to explore Gandikota and drive to Kadiri and stay there for the night. Next day morning you can visit the famous Narasimhaswamy temple at Kadiri and then drive back to Bangalore.
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We strongly recommend you to download Routo App and request for a ready map for this road trip from Bangalore to Lepakshi-Belum Caves-Gandikota for the whole itinerary for only Rs 150 – less than the cost of a cup of Coffee in a Coffee Day!! This is an excellent App and we use it everytime we go for road trips for a peaceful drive. Available only in Android phones. This comes with real-time support during the trip like breakdown support, hotel booking etc from legends among road trippers, HV Kumar. Please click the link below.
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