Chandragiri Fort, Andhra Pradesh

Chandragiri Fort, Andhra Pradesh

Chandragiri Fort is situated in Chandragiri near holy town of Tirupati in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. Chandragiri Fort is a historical fort, built in the 11^th century AD, though mostly associated with Vijayanagara Kings it was built much earlier in 11^th century by Yadavaraya Kings. The fort is strategically located over the top of a small 183-meter-high hill. The fort encircles eight ruined temples of Saivite and Vaishnavite pantheons, Raja Mahal, Rani Mahal and other ruined structures. The modern town of Chandragiri lies to the east of the hill on which the fort stands.

History

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2019/01/chandragiri-fort-history.html

The Fort Complex

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Museum Visiting Hours

The Museum is open for all days in a week except Friday. The Museum remains open from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm.

Fees:

·        Admission Fee: Adults – Rs.10.

·        Free entry for Children up to 15 years.

Laser Lighting Show Timings

Summer Shows:

·        First Show: 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm in Telugu

·        Second Show: 8:00 pm – 8:45 pm in English

Winter Shows:

·        First Show: 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm in Telugu

·        Second Show: 7:30 pm – 8:15 pm in English

Entry:

·        Entry after 6 pm for Sound & Light Show.

Fees:

·        Ticket Cost: Rs.30 for Adults and Rs.20 for Children

Useful Information

1. Photography is prohibited inside museum. Photography allowed at fort premises.

2. Rest Room is available on the west side of the museum.

3. Wheel chair facility is also available.

Contact

Chandragiri Fort,

Chandragiri Fort Road,

Chandragiri,

Andhra Pradesh – 517 101

Mobile: +91 99633 51915

Connectivity

The Fort is located at about 2 Kms from Chandragiri Bus Station, 5 Kms from Chandragiri Railway Station, 16 Kms from Tirupati Railway Station, 17 Kms from Tirupati Central Bus Station, 25 Kms from Renigunta Railway Junction, 32 Kms from Tirupati Airport, 56 Kms from Chittoor, 146 Kms from Chennai and 160 Kms from Chennai Airport. Sri Vari Mettu (steps to reach Tirumala by walk) is very close to this Fort. A.P.S.R.T.C runs local buses from Tirupati and Chandragiri at a frequency of 30 mins. Buses to Chittoor, Pakala, Kanipakkam goes via Chandragiri Fort.

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