About Kailasakona Waterfalls
Kailasakona Waterfalls is a perennial waterfall located in the Nagari Valley of the Eastern Ghats near Puttur in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. Situated about 10 km from Puttur town, it is known for its scenic forest setting and a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvati beside the falls. The waterfall cascades from a height of about 40 feet into a natural pool where visitors bathe, and is a popular day-trip destination from Tirupati and Chennai.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested valley setting in the Eastern Ghats with a waterfall cascading about 40 feet into a shallow natural pool. A small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvati is located adjacent to the falls. The area includes rocky steps leading to the pool, surrounding scrub forest and hills, basic visitor amenities, and space for bathing, photography and short walks. Water flow is strongest during and after the monsoon and reduces in summer.
Key highlights
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Perennial waterfall cascading into a natural bathing pool
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Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvati beside the falls
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Scenic forest setting in Nagari Valley of the Eastern Ghats
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Popular bathing spot believed by devotees to have cleansing properties
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Accessible day-trip destination from Puttur, Tirupati and Chennai
Culture & Context
The waterfall is associated with a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvati located beside the falls. Devotees consider bathing in the pool auspicious and believe the water has curative properties. The site is visited by pilgrims and local visitors especially during festivals and weekends.
Route
| By air | Tirupati Airport (Renigunta) about 40-45 km away is the nearest airport; Chennai International Airport about 110 km away is the nearest major international airport. |
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| By train |