Period
Ancient to Medieval (temples)
Style
Dravidian temple architecture (simple forms)
Protected by
State Archaeology Department (for some structures, if any)
Best time to visit
Oct-Feb
This ancient temple sits atop Ardhagiri hill, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Full details β
Hours
6am-1pm, 3pm-7pm
Entry
Free
Getting there
15 km from Puttur town, auto-rickshaw rupees 300-400 (round trip)
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple (Puttur Town)
This ancient temple sits atop Ardhagiri hill, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Full details β
Hours
6am-1pm, 3pm-7pm
Entry
Free
Getting there
15 km from Puttur town, auto-rickshaw rupees 300-400 (round trip)
Sri Kasi Visweswara Swamy Temple
This ancient temple sits atop Ardhagiri hill, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Full details β
Hours
6am-1pm, 3pm-7pm
Entry
Free
Getting there
15 km from Puttur town, auto-rickshaw rupees 300-400 (round trip)
Generally allowed in temple premises, but restricted inside the main sanctum.
Ongoing maintenance by temple trusts.
Puttur is a small, inland agricultural town in Andhra Pradesh's Chittoor district.
The best time to visit Puttur is from October to February when the weather is pleasant and cool.
You can hire an auto-rickshaw for rupees 300-400 (round trip) or take a local bus to the base of the hill and then climb the steps.
No, entry to the main temples like Ardhagiri and the town temples is free. You might pay a small fee for specific pujas or offerings.
Puttur is generally safe, but solo female travelers should exercise caution, especially after dark. Avoid isolated areas and always inform someone of your whereabouts.
You must try Andhra Meals, Pulihora, Gongura Pachadi, and local sweets like Bobbatlu. Look for small, authentic eateries.
Telugu is the primary language. Many locals also understand basic Hindi and English, especially in commercial areas.
Yes, if your international SIM has roaming. For better rates, consider buying a local Indian SIM card (Airtel, Jio) with your passport and visa.
Skip Puttur if you are looking for luxury resorts, bustling nightlife, or extensive shopping options. It is a quiet, pilgrimage-focused town.
A low budget would be around rupees 1200 per day, a mid-range budget around rupees 2500, and a high budget around rupees 4000, excluding major transport to Puttur.
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