Belum Caves is a limestone cave system and archaeological site in Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is the main attraction for travellers interested in natural cave formations and archaeological places. The network extends over 3.23 km and is the second-largest cave network in India. Belum Caves suits visitors who enjoy nature-focused attractions, caves and sites of archaeological interest. Travellers planning an Andhra Pradesh itinerary focused on natural attractions can consider Belum Caves for its distinctive limestone setting and archaeological character.
Known for: Limestone caves, Archaeological site, Cave system, Natural attractions
Top things to do in Belum Caves
Belum Caves: This limestone cave system is also an archaeological site for visitors interested in caves and natural formations.
When is the best time to visit Belum Caves?
Best months: October to February
October to February is the usual time to visit, with November to January among the coolest months. March to May are the hottest, and September is the wettest.
January: 6 mm of rain, dry, among the coolest months (good time to go)
February: 1 mm of rain, dry (good time to go)
March: 7 mm of rain, dry, among the hottest months
April: 21 mm of rain, dry, among the hottest months
May: 56 mm of rain, dry, among the hottest months
June: 97 mm of rain, some rain
July: 89 mm of rain, some rain
August: 88 mm of rain, some rain
September: 148 mm of rain, some rain
October: 82 mm of rain, some rain (good time to go)
November: 42 mm of rain, dry, among the coolest months (good time to go)
December: 17 mm of rain, dry, among the coolest months (good time to go)
How to reach Belum Caves
By air: Kurnool Airport (KJB), about 69 km from Belum Caves in a straight line
By air: Kadapa Airport (CDP), about 96 km from Belum Caves in a straight line
By train: Tadipatri railway station, about 26 km from Belum Caves in a straight line