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ABOUT
NAGARJUNAKONDA
Nagarjuna Sagar, located at a
distance of 150 km from Hyderabad, is an one of most prominent Buddhist center
and attractive tourist spot in Andhra Pradesh. It is a dam, considered to be
Asia's biggest dam is an attraction at this tourist center, constructed near the
river Krishna, the dam was completed in 1966-67. It is of height 124 meters
having 26 crest gates. Also a place of immense archeological significance,
excavations reveal that Nagarjunasagar was a center for the propagation of
Buddhist teachings in South India. Known in those days as Vijaynagar,
Nagarjunakonda takes its present name from Nagarjuna, one of the most revered
Buddhist monks, who governed the sangha for nearly 60 years around the turn of
the 2nd century AD.
Nagarjuna Sagar is also the largest man-made lake. Nagarjuna Sagar reflects the
blending of the ancient and the modern. The relics of Buddhist civilization
dating back to the 3rd Century A.D. that were excavated here are carefully
preserved on the picturesque island Nagarjunakonda situated in the centre of a
man-made lake. The Nagarjunasagar Dam is the tallest masonry dam in the World.
The Museum at Nagarjunakonda, which displays relics also has pre-historic finds
in the form of tools from Paleolithic and Neolithic times. The remains of a
Buddhist University were found during an excavation while constructing the
Nagarjuna Sagar dam.
Best Season: October to February
PLACES TO SEE
Nagarjunasagar
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is also called 'Vijayapuri' in ancient times is an important Buddhist site
located 150kms from Hyderabad. Nagarjunasagar is named after the Buddhist saint
Acharya Nagarjuna, one of the outstanding Buddhist teachers in the Andhra
Kingdom. The relics of Buddhist civilization dating back to the 3rd Century A.D.
that were excavated here are carefully preserved on the picturesque island
Nagarjunakonda situated in the centre of a man-made lake. Nagarjuna dam, which
was completed in 1966, is 124 metres high and 1 km long, one of the largest
masonry in the world. The lake, which it straddles, is the third largest manmade
lake in the world. 4kms away from the dam, is the Viewpoint, where a panoramic
view of the amazing landscape, is simply a feast to the eyes. On a pylon not too
far from the dam, is the image of Nagarjuna, the patron of the ancient city. The
Museum at Nagarjunakonda, which displays relics also has pre-historic finds in
the form of tools from Paleolithic and Neolithic times.
Ethipothala waterfalls
 11
kms downstream, from the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam are the Ethipothala waterfalls, a
mountain stream cascading down the hills from a height of 22 meters, the
Ethipothala waterfalls are a radiant sight of the power and beauty of nature.
The dazzling, azure lagoon formed at the foot of the falls houses a first-rate
crocodile breeding center which is open to the public. The 'Chandravanka' stream
here plunges from a height of 21.3 metres into a lagoon and flows on through a
green valley much frequented by tourists.
Anupu
It is few kilometres away from the Nagarjunasagar dam, Anupu is a site of
Buddhist excavations reconstructed to perfection with painstaking effort. The
reconstructed stupas have circular brick or rubble walls. The walls have
cladding of limestone slabs or plaster. The Simha Vihara has two Chaitya halls,
one encircling a Buddha image. The Chaitya Halls and monasteries had limestone
column set in to brick or stone walls. However only the lower portions including
the pavement slabs and access steps survive. Nagarjunakonda also has remains of
some Hindu shrines. The island has an archaeological museum rich in sculptures
mainly from the 3rd - 4th century AD and also a few pieces from much later
periods. Other reconstruction sites are at Anupu on the east bank of the river.
These include a temple (3rd - 4th century), monasteries (4th century) and a
Stadium (4th century). The monastery has also a refectory, a store and a bath.
The stadium has tiered galleries providing around a rectangular court.
Srisailam wildlife
The Srisailam Wildlife Sanctuary is situated around 132 kms south of Hyderabad
on the banks of the river Krishna. The reserve is part of Project Tiger and
supports a variety of animals birds and reptiles. The temple at Srisailam is
dedicated to Lord Shiva and is considered as one of his twelve Jyotirlingas. A
cluster of minor shrines within the temple enclosures include the ‘Sahasra Linga’
‘Panchapandava Temples’ and ‘Vata Vriksha’. Mention of Srisailam as Sriparvata
has been made in the immortal epic of the Hindus- the Mahabharat.
TRAVEL INFO
Air: By air from Hyderabad; by train from Macherla; by bus from
Hyderabad, Vijayawada or Warangal
Road: Near to the cities like Hyderabad (150 km) ,Warangal (237 km) and
Vijayawada (192 km).
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