Mallikarjuna is a significant Hindu pilgrimage site located in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh, and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also one of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas, which adds to its dual importance as a place of worship for both Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The temple is nestled in the scenic Nallamala Hills, on the banks of the Krishna River, making it a spiritual and natural retreat for devotees. The Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga represents Lord Shiva as Mallikarjuna, while Goddess Parvati is worshipped here as Bhramaramba, making this one of the few temples where both deities are worshipped together. The temple architecture is a blend of Dravidian and Vijayanagara styles, with impressive towers (gopurams), intricate carvings, and a rich cultural history dating back centuries.
Day 1 Hyderabad Arrival – Mallikarjuna
Arrival at the airport or railway station of Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana. Take up the road journey in the prebooked transport to reach Mallikarjuna. As road from Hyderabad to Srisailam goes from Nalla Malla Forest which closes at 09pm to 05am and it takes around 5 hours for the journey. If your arrival is after 04pm then we will provide the stay in Hyderabad only.
Day 2 Mallikarjuna to Hyderabad
After your breakfast, we take you to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga shrine which is located at a height of more than 450 m. As the legend goes, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati arrived at the spot to pacify their angry on Kartikeya who felt cheated at the hand of his younger brother Ganesha. It all began when Shiva challenged that whosoever out his two sons would take rounds of the entire world faster would get married first. While Kartikeya began to tour the world, Ganesha went around his parents believing that one’s parents are his/her world. Impressed by Ganesha’s wisdom and devotion, Shiva got him married first, which enraged Kartikeya who decided to move away from his family and stay in the region. Pray at the temple (opens 06:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) We will arrange Sparsh Darshan (if opt for) & Later, visit the other popular shrines and temples like Bhrambaramba Temple and Akka Mahadevi Temple. Overnight stay at Srisailam. If interested we can arrange for Rudhra Abhishek, Kumkum Archana for Parvati mata. Break for lunch to enjoy the Andhra meal, Shikar and Parvati darshan. return back to Hyderabad airport/railway station from where you begin the journey back to home.