Thettu Hill Viewpoint

Thettu · Kurabalakota · Andhra Pradesh · India

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About Thettu Hill Viewpoint

Thettu Hill Viewpoint is a scenic hilltop viewpoint located near Thettu village in Kurabalakota mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. Situated amid rocky hillocks and scrub forest of the Eastern Ghats region, it offers panoramic views of surrounding valleys, agricultural fields and distant hills. The viewpoint is known for sunrise and sunset vistas, quiet natural surroundings and photography opportunities, and is visited as a short trek and leisure stop near Madanapalle and Horsley Hills.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a short uphill walk or drive to a rocky hilltop with open panoramic views of valleys, farmlands and hill ranges around Kurabalakota. The setting is natural and undeveloped with exposed rocks, scrub vegetation and breezy conditions. There are no major built structures at the top; the main experience is sightseeing, photography and enjoying sunrise or sunset. The area is quiet and best explored on foot around the hilltop plateau.

Key highlights

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Panoramic views of Kurabalakota valleys and Eastern Ghats hillocks
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Popular sunrise and sunset viewing point
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Rocky hilltop terrain with natural scrub forest surroundings
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Photography opportunities of landscape and sky
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Peaceful, less-crowded nature viewpoint near Madanapalle

Route

By road
By air	Nearest airport is Tirupati International Airport, approximately 90-100 km away; accessible by road via Madanapalle
By train	Nearest major railhead is Madanapalle Road Railway Station, about 15-20 km away, connected to Tirupati and Dharmavaram

Keep exploring nearby

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Horsley Hills

Horsley Hills is a hill station in B Kothakota Mandal, Annamayya District, Andhra Pradesh, situated at about 1,265 metres elevation in the Eastern Ghats. Developed as a summer retreat by British officer W. D. Horsley, it is known for its dense forests, rocky valleys and cool climate. Managed by Andhra Pradesh Tourism, it offers viewpoints, parks and adventure activities and serves as a popular weekend getaway from Bengaluru and Tirupati.

B Kothakota, Andhra PradeshHill Station

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Boyakonda Gangamma Temple

Boyakonda Gangamma Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Gangamma located on Boyakonda hillock near Chowdepalle in Annamayya District, Andhra Pradesh. Situated about 30 km from Punganur and around 60 km from Tirupati, the temple is accessed by stone steps to the hilltop. Known for its elevated setting with views of the Eastern Ghats, traditional Dravidian shrine architecture, and large annual Jatara festival, it is a major pilgrimage centre in the Rayalaseema region.

Chowdepalle, Andhra PradeshTemple

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Gurramkonda Fort

Gurramkonda Fort is a historic hilltop fort located in Gurramkonda town in Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. Perched on a rugged rocky hill, the fort is known for its layered fortifications, Rangin Mahal palace, and panoramic views of the surrounding plains. Originally associated with Vijayanagara rulers and later held by Golconda and Mysore rulers including Tipu Sultan, it reflects Deccan military architecture and remains a notable heritage attraction in Rayalaseema.

Gurramkonda, Andhra PradeshFort

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Talakona Waterfalls

Talakona Waterfalls is the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh, with a drop of about 270 feet, located inside Sri Venkateswara National Park near Bakarapeta village in Tirupati district. Surrounded by dense Eastern Ghats forest known for rich biodiversity and medicinal plants, it is a prominent nature attraction and trekking destination. The falls are fed by forest streams and are accessible via a forest trail from the entry check post.

Bakarapeta, Andhra PradeshWaterfall

By public transport	Local buses to Kurabalakota from Madanapalle and Tirupati; auto-rickshaws available for last-mile connectivity to Thettu village

Nearest airport	Tirupati International Airport (TIR)

Nearest railway station	Madanapalle Road Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Best visited during daylight hours; carry drinking water and snacks as no shops at hilltop Wear sturdy footwear for rocky and uneven terrain Mobile network may be limited at the top No entry ticket or formal visitor centre at the site
02Rules & restrictions	Do not litter; carry back waste Avoid venturing close to steep edges
03Safety information	Hill edges are steep and unfenced; maintain safe distance Rocks can be slippery during and after monsoon Avoid visiting after dark due to lack of lighting and isolated location

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Natural trails
Parking at hill base