Shri mallikarjun jyotirlinga temple
Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh · Srisailam travel guide
Major Shiva pilgrimage temple
One of India's revered Jyotirlinga shrines, the Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple is the spiritual heart of Srisailam and has been a major Shaivite pilgrimage centre for centuries. Set on the Nallamala hills near the Krishna River, the temple complex is the destination's principal religious attraction and a key starting point for local sightseeing.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 3 h (1.5–5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 5–7 AM — early darshan, short queues; 6–7:30 PM — evening aarti, cooler |
| Avoid | 10 AM–2 PM — peak queues and heat |
| Best months | Oct–Feb |
| Months to avoid | Apr–May |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 4:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 on Google (60,236 reviews) |
Mahashivratri and Karthika month (Nov) bring huge crowds; Apr–May is very hot.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Shri mallikarjun jyotirlinga temple?
Most visitors spend about 3 h; 1.5–5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Shri mallikarjun jyotirlinga temple?
5–7 AM, for early darshan, short queues. The best months are Oct–Feb.
What is the entry fee for Shri mallikarjun jyotirlinga temple?
Entry is free.
What are the timings of Shri mallikarjun jyotirlinga temple?
Mon–Sun: 4:30 AM–9:30 PM.
Is there a dress code at Shri mallikarjun jyotirlinga temple?
Traditional dress for sparsha darshan (dhoti for men, saree or salwar for women); remove footwear
More things to do in Srisailam
- Sri Bhramaramba Ammavari Shakti Peetham Temple, Srisailam
- Srisailam dam
- Pathalaganga Srisailam
- Akkamahadevi caves (ticket counter)
- Sri Sakshi Ganapathi Swamy Temple.
- Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve eserve
- Srisailam Rope way
- Paladhara-Panchadhara