Quick Facts

Important Landmarks

• Lepakshi:
  • A historic village famous for Veerabhadra Temple with stunning Vijayanagara architecture, hanging pillars, and giant Nandi statue (largest monolithic Nandi in India).
• Penukonda Fort:
  • Once the second capital of the Vijayanagara Empire; known for temples, fortifications, and historical ruins.
• ISKCON Temple:
  • A large Krishna temple built in modern style, attracting pilgrims.
• Anantasagaram Tank:
  • An ancient water reservoir that gives the city its name.
• Puttaparthi:
  • Close to Anantapur, it is famous for Prasanthi Nilayam, the ashram of spiritual leader Sathya Sai Baba.
• Thimmamma Marrimanu:
  • World's largest banyan tree (Guinness record holder) near Kadiri town in Anantapur district.