Srisaillam Mallikarjuna Jyotirling: Darshan Price, Ticket Booking, Timings

The main attraction in Srisailam is the Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple, also called the Srisailam Temple and Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga. It's a famous spot visited by people from all over the country. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 jyotirlingas. Perched atop the Nallamala Hills, the temple offers stunning views with the River Krishna flowing nearby. The hill where the temple stands is also known by various names like Sri Parvatha, Srigiri, Srinagam, Siridhan, etc.

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Mallikarjun Jyotirling Timings

Particulars	Details
Temple Opening	4:30 AM
Morning Darshan	6:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Evening Darshan	6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Temple Closing	9PM

Mallikarjun Jyotirling Aarti Timings 

Ritual	Timings
Suprabhatha Darshan	5:00 am
Mahamangala Aarti (Morning)	5:30 am
Mahamangala Aarti (Evening)	5:00 pm

How to Reach Mallikarjun Jyotirling

Location	Nearest Transport Hub	Distance (Approx.)
Nearest Airport	Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)	250 km
Nearest Railway Station	Markapur Road Railway Station (MRK)	85 km

Mallikarjun Jyotirling Darshan Ticket Price 

Types of Darshans	Price	Action
Athiseeghra Darshan	Rs. 300	Book Now
Seeghra Darshanam	Rs. 150	Book Now
Sparsha Darshanam (VIP Darshan)	Rs. 500	Book Now
Normal Darshan	Free	-

Mallikarjun Jyotirling Seva Booking Link 

Particulars	Booking Link
Pratyaksha Seva Booking	Book Here
Proksha Seva Booking	Book Here

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Mallikarjun Jyotirling Pratyaksha Seva 

Seva Name	Price
Abhishekam Alamkaramandapam	Rs.1500
Abhishekam Garbhalayam	Rs.5000
Aksharabhyasam	Rs.500
Annaprasana	Rs.1000
Chandi Homam	Rs.1500
Gow Puja	Rs.300
Kunkumarchana	Rs.1000
Kunkumarchana Prakaramandapam	Rs.500
Leela Kalyanam	Rs.1000
Mrithymjaya Homam	Rs.1500
Navavarana Puja	Rs.3000
Pradoshakala Seva	Rs.25116
Prathahkala Seva	Rs.25116
Rudra Homam	Rs.1500
Sakshi Ganapathi Homam	Rs.1116
Sarpadoshanivarana Puja	Rs.1500
Sri Vruddamallikarjuna Swamy Vari Abhishekam	Rs.500
Sri Vruddamallikarjuna Swamy Vari Bilwarchana	Rs.2500
Swarna Pushparchana	Rs.2500
Uchita Samuhika Seva -Subramanya Swami Kalyanam	Rs.0
Udayasthamana Seva	Rs.101116
Umamaheswara Swamy Vratham	Rs.5000
Vallidevasena Subramanya Swami Vari Kalyanam	Rs.1000
Veedaaseerwacahanam	Rs.1116

Mallikarjun Jyotirling Paroksha Seva 

Seva Name	Description	Price
Chandi Homam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Goddess Chandi is the sum of all energies of the Universe. Pleasing her through Chandi Homam destroys negativity/hurdles in your path to success and grants longevity, success in business, good health, prosperity and progeny.	Rs.1116
Ekantha Seva ( Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Pushpotsavam and Nayanotsavam are performed for Mallikarjuna-Bhramaramba during the Ekantha Seva facilitated via Paroksha Seva. This spiritual program establishes a close connection and bond with the deities.	Rs.1116
Ganapathi Homam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Ganapathi Homam	Rs.1116
Kumkumarchana (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Ancient wisdom suggests that Kumkum attracts the finest and powerful forces of the universe. Kumkum is also very dear to the Goddess. Worshipping Goddesses through Kumkumarchana pleases her and she showers favourable boons to you.	Rs.1116
Laksha Kumkumarchana (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Sri Bhramarambika Devi, the Shaktipeeta form at Srisaila Mahakshetra is offered archana from Padyami to Pournami. The Goddess on Pournami during the auspicious time of Pradosha, shines in her full glory that of a new moon.	Rs.1116
Leela Kalyanotsavam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	It is a divine blessing in disguise for devotees who offer Kalyanotsavam in Srisailam as this is the only place where Somaskandha Murthi resides between the idols of Lord Mallikharjuna Swamy and Goddess Bhramarambha during Kalyanotsavam.	Rs.1116
Mrityunjaya Homam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Mrityunjaya is the Lord who wins over death. When one offers Mrityunjaya Homam, Lord Shiva gives them longevity and shields them from untimely or premature death. The great Homam is carried out with the ancient holy wisdom to remove harmful & evil planetary effects.	Rs.1116
Nandeeshwara Swamy Vari Visesharchana-పరోక్ష సేవ)	Once upon a time, a devotee who used to reside in a small village adjacent to the banks of Patalaganga wished to carve giant rock into a sculpture of Nandeeswara and establish it in front of Mallikarjuna Swamy in Srisailam.	Rs.1116
Rudraabhishekam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Offering Rudrabhishekam to Mallikarjuna Swamy in Srisailam is equal to offering Abhishekam to all crore lingas in the world. It is said that Lord Shiva is most pleased when you offer Rudrabhishekam.	Rs.1116
Rudra Homam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Rudra is the destroyer of evil. Rudra Homam cleanses one of all sins and birth defects when fire energy invokes the grace and blessings of Lord Rudra. This Vedic ritual uplifts the life-forces, gifts mental peace, and destroys negative energies in your life.	Rs.1116
Sri Bayalu Veerabhadra Swamy Vari Visesharchana	Veerabhadraswamy is the guardian deity of Srisaila Mahakshetra. The place where Veerabhadraswamy is housed in the temple, there is no roof over it. That is why this Swamy is called Bayalu Veerabhadra Swamy	Rs.1116
Valli Devasena Subramanyeswara Swamy Kalyanam	Offering this celestial wedding of the deities cleanses one of Mangal dosha and Marital Dosha. The Kalyanam destroys unforeseen obstacles/evils and gives God's blessings of marital happiness.	Rs.1116
Vedaseervachanam (Virtual Seva - పరోక్ష సేవ)	Shiva is Veda, Veda is Shiva. Veda Ashirvachanam performed at the home to Vedas, Srisailam can earn you the complete blessings of Lord Shiva. Veda Ashirvachanam invokes the power of Shiva and the power of Shri which is the ultimate divine blessing.	Rs.1116

Architecture of Sri Mallikarjun Swamy Temple

The main Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy temple complex is quite extensive and impressive in its architecture. It consists of two main shrines dedicated to Lord Mallikarjuna and Bhramaramba Devi. Along with these, there are various halls, mandapams, and smaller shrines like Vriddha Mallikarjuna, Sahasra Lingeswara, Arthanariswara, Veerabhadra, and Uma Maheswara.

Inside the temple courtyard, there are nine temples known as Nava Brahma temples. Surrounding the temple complex is a grand stone wall with four main gates, called dwaras. The eastern gate, known as Maha Dwaram, serves as the main entrance.

Upon entering through the Maha Dwaram, visitors encounter a spacious mandapam with 42 pillars and porches extending towards the northern, eastern, and southern sides. At the center of this mandapam stands a large sculpture of Nandi, facing Lord Mallikarjuna. Adjacent to this is another mandapam called the Nandi Mandapa. To the west of the Nandi Mandapa is the Veeraiah Mandapam, believed to have been constructed in 1378 AD.

Festivals Celebrated At Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple

Mahasivaratri Brahmotsavams:

The grand festival of Mahashivaratri Brahmotsavams is celebrated with immense enthusiasm and devotion at Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple.

Kumbhothsavam:

The authorities of Srisailam temple organize Kumbhotsavam, during which devotees offer coconuts, pumpkins, and lemons to the lord.

Arudrothsavam:

Arudrothsavam is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to be the day when Lord Shiva manifested as the cosmic dancer, Lord Nataraja.

Makara Sankramanam:

The festival is known for its cultural traditions, such as kite flying, bonfires, and exchanging sweets and gifts.

Dasara:

Dasara holds great significance as it marks the triumph of good over evil. It is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin as per the Hindu calendar.

Sravanamahothsavam:

Sravanamahothsavam is a significant festival celebrated at Srisailam Temple. It is observed during the auspicious month of Sravana as per the Hindu calendar.

Kartheekai Mahothsavam:

Kartheekai Mahotsavam, also known as Karthika Masam or Karthikai Deepam. During Kartheekai Mahotsavam, the temple complex is beautifully adorned with colorful decorations and illuminated with thousands of oil lamps and diyas.

Ugadi:

Ugadi is a significant festival celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm.

How to Reach Mallikarjun Jyotirling

Flights to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga

Nearest Airport:
The nearest airport to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (IATA: HYD) in Hyderabad, about 250 kilometres away.

Book a Flight to Hyderabad:
Select a suitable airline and book a flight to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Hyderabad.

Hyderabad to Srisailam by Road:
Upon arrival at Hyderabad airport, you can hire a taxi or use other local transportation to reach the MGBS Bus Station (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station).

Bus from Hyderabad to Srisailam:
Several buses operate from MGBS Bus Station to Srisailam, with a journey time of around 5-6 hours, covering approximately 250 kilometers.

Taxi Services:
Taxis are readily available at Hyderabad airport and can be hired for a more comfortable and private journey to Srisailam.

Trains to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga

Nearest Railway Station:
Markapur Road Railway Station (station code: MRK) is the nearest railway station to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, about 85 kilometers away.

Train Options:
Direct Trains:
Some direct trains connect major cities like Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, and Vijayawada to Markapur Road Railway Station.

Connecting Trains:
Pilgrims can also choose trains to Guntur Junction or Nandyal Railway Station and then take a connecting train or road transport to Markapur Road Railway Station.

From Railway Station to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga:
By Road:
Taxis and buses are available at Markapur Road Railway Station for the onward journey to Srisailam.

Buses to Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga

Road Connectivity:
Srisailam is well-connected by a network of roads, with several state-run and private buses operating to and from the town, providing cost-effective and comfortable options for pilgrims.

Major Bus Routes:

• Hyderabad to Srisailam: Regular bus services connect Hyderabad to Srisailam, with a journey time of approximately 5-6 hours.
• Bangalore to Srisailam: Buses from Bangalore to Srisailam are available, offering a convenient option for pilgrims from Karnataka.
• Vijayawada to Srisailam: Pilgrims travelling from Vijayawada can choose from various bus services to reach Srisailam.

Mallikarjun Temple FAQs

Ques: Are there any special Darshan Facilities available?

Ans: Yes, there is a special online darshan facility available for the devotees.

Ques: What are the Charges for the special darshan at Srisailam Temple?

Ans: The charges for the special Darshan range from Rs. 150 to Rs. 500.

Ques: How much time is required to visit the Mallikarjun temple?

Ans: It typically takes 1-2 hours to visit Sri Bhramaramba Ammavari Shakti Peetham Temple.

Ques: What is the Dress Code at Srisailam temple?

Ans: Western clothes and shorts are not allowed inside the temple. The dress code for the Srisailam temple is to wear decent clothes.

Ques: Which is the best time to visit the Srisailam temple?

Ans: The best time to visit the Mallikarjun temple is during the Winter Season, from November to February.

Ques: How far is Mallikarjuna from Srisailam?

Ans: The distance between Srisailam mandal and Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga is 190 km.

Ques: How many steps are there in Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga?

Ans: Entering the temple doesn't require steps. However, there are 8-10 steps inside the temple in certain areas.

Ques: Is one day enough for Srisailam?

Ans: Mallikarjuna Swamy temple is approximately 232 kilometers from Hyderabad, and one can comfortably visit it with our one-day private tour.

Ques: In which district is Srisailam Temple located?

Ans: Srisailam Temple is located in Kurnool District, India.

Ques: What is the age limit for registration?

Ans: All individuals aged 12 years and above can register on the devasthanam website.

Ques: Who is the founder of Srisailam temple?

Ans: Evidence suggests that the temple dates back to the 2nd century during the Satavahana dynasty. Most of the modern additions were made during the reign of King Harihara I of the Vijayanagara Empire.