CHANDRAGIRI FORT
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
It was built in the year 1000AD during the rule of Yadavanaidus. Later it was taken over by the Vijayanagara rulers in 1367. The most famous Vijayanagara emperor, Srikrishna Devaraya, was kept hidden in this fort as a prince, till his coronation at Penukonda. It is also said that he met his future queen Chinna Devi at this fort. Chandragiri was the 4th capital of Vijayanagar Empire.
Chandragiri Fort was the last bastion of the Vijaynagar Empire. It is spread over a hillock located near the temple town of Tirupati. Its massive walls, punctuated with bastions and surrounded with a ditch, enclose the remains of palaces and temples. Most of these structures were erected by the Vijaynagaras. Their successor, Aravidus, strengthened them. In 1646, Aravidus captured this fort from Vijaynagar Kings. The well-known Aravidu king Venkatapatideva used Chandragiri as a base to rule over the territories of Vijaynagar.
Vijaynagaras had a good architectural acumen. The magnificent Raja Mahal is the evidence of that. Its facade has three arcaded storeys and on the top there is a pyramidal tower. This palace has been extensively renovated. The nearby ‘Rani Mahal’ is identical to the Raja Mahal, but is smaller in size. The excavations further north appear to be the royal residences. There are a few abandoned temples near the palaces. Most of them date back to the 15th and 16th centuries .
Interesting Facts
- There is a collection of armory used in those days like Draggers, knifes, swords, head shields used in battle fields and iron chains.
- The stone gallery has to its collection the Kalayana Sundara- Shiva’s marriage to Parvathi, Kala Bhairava, Sati, Alwar, Seated Vishnu and many more.
- The Model Gallery house Paleolithic Tool and Microlith Tools, Stucco heads and copper coins used in the times of Vijayanagara kingdom. There is also a peacock carved in wood dating back to 17th Century A.D
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
October – March
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Avoid touching & scratching the walls & surfaces of the monument as these are heritage sites and need special care.
- Visitors are requested not to make noise inside the monument.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
- Friday is Holiday
Day - Timings - activities - price
| Day | Timings | Activities | Price(Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday |
7:00 PM | Laser show | Adults |
| Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday |
7:00 AM | Boating | Adults |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 A.P.S.R.T.C. BUS STAND, Tirupati |
13 KM | 0877-2289907 |
 Tirupati Railway Station |
13 KM | 0877-2225810 |
 Tirupati International Airport |
25 KM | 0877-2275354 |
What to Carry
Carry water and light foodSuitable For
Adults
Disabled
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is available for 10 cars.
Route Alert
This road is Double road which connects to state highway.Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Tirupati | 12 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI KALYANA VENKATESWARA SWAMY TEMPLE
Considered most sacred after Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala.
SRI GOVINDARAJA SWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Govindaraja (Vishnu) is in sleeping posture
SRI KODANDA RAMASWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Sri Rama took rest here on his return from Lanka.
SRI KAPILESWARA SWAMY TEMPLE
Kapila Maharshi worshipped Lord Siva at this place.
SRI PADMAVATHI DEVI TEMPLE
Godessess Padmavati emerged in Lotus here
Nearest Attractions
WildlifeSRI VENKATESWARA NATIONAL PARK
One of the biosphere reserves of India in admist of Seshachalam hill ranges
Spiritual MonumentsSREEVARI PADAALU
Lord Venkateswara set his feet first when he came down from Vaikuntam.
BoatingSHILPARAMAM BOATING AREA
A joyful Boat ride in the Art and Artifactual hub, The Shilparamam
MuseumSRI VENKETESWARA MUSEUM
Religious artifacts of Puja utensils, Time-honored art
Natural AttractionsSILATHORANAM
Natural stone formation
WaterfallsTALAKONA WATERFALLS
Talakona Waterfalls is one of the highest waterfalls in A.P.
TrekkingNAGALAPURAM TREKKING
Mystical Trek along with tier wise Water pools alongside the Trek
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