TALAKONA WATERFALLS
Talakona, Bakrapeta, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
The name Talakona means “tala” means “head” and “Kona” means “starting point”. It is considered to be the starting point of Seshachalam hills where the temple of Lord Shiva is located. You can feel the lush of green forest, magical waterfalls, chirping of birds and amuse yourself by indulging in adventure activities conducted there. The monsoon will be a perfect time, where you can experience the electrifying force of rushing water. Even when you are few miles away, you can hear the shooting sound of water like stones hitting the ground.
Interesting Facts
- Talakona Waterfalls streams falling from a height of 270 feet.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
September to December
Best Season To Visit
September to January
Beware
● Trekking to the top is rocky and slippery. Don't go to the top. They have not even put support for Walking there.
Do's & Dont's
- Wear light and comfortable clothes.
- Dispose all empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc only in dustbins.
- Do not use detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
- Do not leave cigarettes butts or make open fires in the forests.
- Do not blare music aloud while passing through the forest areas.
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 06:00 AM | 07:00 PM |
How to reach
It's a 2 KM hike from the Parking to the waterfall.
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 A.P.S.R.T.C. BUS STAND, Tirupati |
89 KM | 0877-2289907 |
 Tirupati Railway Station |
89 KM | 0877-2225810 |
 Tirupati International Airport |
103 KM | 0877-2275354 |
What to Carry
Carry water Bottle and light food
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Changing Rooms
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is available for 30 cars.
Route Alert
This road is with full of Stones with clay road and last 2 KM takes 10 minutes time to reach the Parking area.Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Bakarapet | 49 KM |
| Tirupati | 89 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 GOVINDARAJA SWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Govindaraja (Vishnu) is in sleeping posture
SRI PADMAVATHI DEVI TEMPLE
Godessess Padmavati emerged in Lotus here
PRASANNA VENKATESWARA SWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Venkateswara lived here along with Sri Padmavathi after marriage on request of sage Siddeshwara
Nearest Attractions
WaterfallsKAIGAL FALLS / DUMUKURALLU
Seasonal falls on a rocky bed cum trekking site.
Fort CHANDRAGIRI FORT
Chandragiri was the fourth capital of Vijayanagar Empire
WildlifeSRI VENKATESWARA NATIONAL PARK
One of the biosphere reserves of India in admist of Seshachalam hill ranges
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
Spiritual MonumentsAKASAGANGA
Akasa Ganga water is used for daily Abhishek at main Sri Venkateswara temple
Hill Station HORSLEY HILLS
The Ooty of Andhra Pradesh
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