Famous Caves to Visit in Vijayawada - Andhra Pradesh

Here is a list of some of the famous Ancient Caves to visit in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.

Undavalli Caves:

Undavalli Caves are famous 4 story ancient rock cut caves located at Penumaka - Vijayawada Rd, Near Prakasam Barrage.

Undavalli Caves

These rock cut caves are carved out of a hill of sandstone and dates back to 4th and 5th century AD.

Timings: ⏰

The Undavalli Caves are open daily from 🕔 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 🕘.

Best Seasons to Visit: 🌿

The best time to explore is during winter (November to February) when the weather is pleasant ❄️. Avoid visiting in the "Monsoon Season (June to September)" due to heavy rainfall 🌧️.

Read More: Undavalli Caves Attractions

Moghalrajpuram Caves:

Moghalrajpuram Caves are home to 3 temples and 5 rock cut sanctuaries dating back to the 5th century AD in the city of Vijayawada.

This is a must visit place for heritage lovers.

Moghalrajpuram Caves

This is a centrally protected monument of national importance and one can see the idols of Lord Ganesh, Goddess Durga and Lord Nataraja in these caves.

Read More: Vijayawada Kanaka Durga Temple

This rock-cut cave temple has a statue of Ardhanarishvara, which is believed to be the oldest in South India.

Akkanna Madanna Caves:

Akkanna Madanna Caves are famous rock-cut caves dating back to 6th and 7th AD.

Akkanna Madanna Caves

They are present at the foothills of Indrakeeladri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada.

This is also a centrally protected monument like other caves in India.

At a short distance you can see another cave dating back to the 2nd century BC and hosts the idols of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

Akkanna Madanna Caves near Durga temple

These caves are dedicated to Akkanna and Madanna brothers, who were ministers of Quli Qutb Shah, the Nawab of Golconda.

You can easily visit the Akkanna Madanna cave temple when you are on your way to the holy Kanaka Durga temple.

Sitanagaram Caves:

Sitanagaram Caves are ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves dating back to the 1st and 2nd century AD in Sitanagaram Hill.

This ancient cave is present on the right bank of Krishna river and is close to Prakasam Barrage.

Author Notes:

Visit all these ancient Caves along with the famous Kanaka Durga Temple when you are in Vijayawada.

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