Udayagiri Fort

Udayagiri Fort which is Located about 100 kms. From Nellore. Udayagiri Fort commanding at a height of 3079 feet. Boasts of great natural beauty. The hill side has lush vegetation and beautiful waterfalls. The ruined fort is attracting the Tourists in a big way. However, the access is only by steps and there is no road to the Fort. During the rule of the Gajapathis and the Vijayanagara Rulers, this Town grew to great splendour. The ruins of 365 Temples found in the Town reflected the sculpture and architecture of various periods. The structure on the hill such as the Ranganatha Temple reflects Chola culture, the Balakrishna Mandiram reflects Pallava culture and the Paruveta Mandapam reflects Vijayanagara Culture. Other structures include Chinna Masjid and pedda Masjid. A great Sufi Saint belonging to the 18th Century. Rahamathulla Nayab Rasool got absorbed in the higher self here. Every year the Sandal Festival is celebrated on the 26th of Rabi-UI-Aval month.