Gundla Brahmeswaram Wildlife Sanctuary

Gundla Brahmeswaram Wildlife Sanctuary is a large protected area in the Nallamala Hills of Andhra Pradesh near Giddalur, spanning Nandyal and Prakasam districts. Notified in 1990 and covering about 1,194 sq km, it includes the Gundla Brahmeswaram plateau and dry deciduous forests. It is notable for its biodiversity, serving as a corridor to Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve and supporting tigers, leopards, sloth bears and diverse birdlife.

Visitors can expect dense dry deciduous forest, rugged plateaus and valleys of the Nallamala range with limited tourism infrastructure. The sanctuary offers forest tracks, watch towers and viewpoints over the Gundla Brahmeswaram plateau. Wildlife sightings may include deer, wild boar, sloth bear and various birds. The ancient Gundla Brahmeswaram Shiva Temple inside the forest is a key landmark. Access is controlled and typically requires forest department permission and a guide or department vehicle.