Located 70 Kms .from Ananthpur, set amidst lush green trees, towering hills and bathed by splendid waterfalls is the picturesque village of Alur a perfect picnic spot.
It is also the location of the Ranganatha Swamy temple. Which offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape . The temple is famous for the annual car festival celebrated on the auspicious full moon day in March - April.

Prasanthinilayam, the abode of peace at Puttaparthi is famous worldwide as the home of Sri Satya Sai Baba.
All religions are respected here and all festivals celebrated. On 23rd November the birthday of Sri Satya Sai Baba, millions of his devotees gather to greet him and receive his blessings.
Although Bhagwan Baba's programmes are unpredictable, he is generally present in Prashanthi Nilayam from early June to the middle of March. Summer months are spent in Brindavan, Whitefield in Bangalore as also in the hills of Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu. Sometimes he also visits other citiesof India. Many festivals are conducted in Prashanthi Nilayam. It is always advisable to ascertain the presence ofBhagwan Baba before planning a visit.
The most important festivals are
Guru Poornima (July - August)
Daserra (September - October)
November 23rd - Bhagwan's Birthday
December 25th - Christmas
January 11 - Sports & Cultural Festival
Climate: The climate is warm & dry almost throughout the year. Light rainfall occurs during the months of June - August and October - December. Climate is pleasant during December - January.

The Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple is located amidst lush greenery, on the banks of a rivulet of Pennar. Myth has it that this temple was built on the footprint of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy measuring 5 feet 3 inches. A grand car festival is celebrated annually in the month of April.
Other temples within the complex are Adi Laxmi and Chenchu Laxmi Devi Temples.

The name of the Penukonda fort is mentioned as Ghangari in inscriptions. The structure of the fort exhibits splendid sculptural beauty. Most of the temples are in dilaridated condition among which Yoga Narasimha, Kasi Viswanatha and rama temples are important.  

Sri Lakshmi Chennakesava Temple
Sri Lakshmi Chennakesava Temple is renowned for its architectural excellence and pillars, which produce seven different musical notes when struck.

Situated to the west of Kodikonda, Hemavati is about 25 km. from Madakasira, and about 10 km. from Amarapuram. The village stands on an extensive mound and was a town of considerable importance between the 8th and 10th century AD under the Nolamba Pallavas. It was known as Henjeri. Hemavati represents the architectural features of the Nolamba- Pallavas. There are two important temples dedicated to Doddeswara and Siddhesvara and show a high order of excellence. There is inscriptional evidence to show Rajendra, Chola was said to have taken away not less than 44 pillars from here to decorate the temple at Thiruvedi. The stone used in making the idols sound like metal when struck.
The roof of the Doddeswara temple is intricately carved. A Nandi of 8 ft. in length and 4ft.in height carved out of black granite is seen at Scenes from the Ramayan and the Mahabharath are carved on the pillars in the enclosed porch of the temple. There is a 6 ft. Lingam in the Sanctum. In the Siddheswara temple, Siva is not represented in the usual form of Lingam but in sitting posture. The other temples in the place also exhibit excellent workmanship.

Anantapur district is known for its richness in having world famous tourist centres. One such tourist centre is Thimmamma Marrimanu at Gutibayalu. It is 35 km. away from Kadiri. According to a local tradition the tree is named after Thimmamma. The people of this area strongly believe that if childless couple worship Thimmamma they will get a child the very next year. A big Jatara is conducted here on the day of ?Sivarathri? when thousands and thousands of people flock here on this occasion.
Those who wish to visit the Gutibayalu can travel either from Ananthapur, Puttaparthi Hindupur and can reach Kadiri. The APSRTC plies daily services to Gutibayalu from Kadiri. The tourists can take rest at the tourist lounge at Thimmamma Marrimanu.

Majestically located on a hill, at a height of 300mts, is the Gooty fort, one of the oldest hill forts in Andhra Pradesh. Built during the Chalukyam times and strengthemed during the Vijayanagara era, the fort is uniquely built in the shape of a shell with 15 main entraces and is significant for its water resources available at such a height.

The Veerabhadra Temple at Lepakshi is renowned world over as one of the 108 Saiva temples of India.
It is a typical example of exquisite Vijayanagara temple architecture. The dance hall or the Natyamandapa is supported by 100 pillars finely sculpted with figurines of dancing gods. From the middle of the hall emerges a dome, twenty one feet in height reminiscent of a giant lotus reaching out to heaven. The temple also houses a life-size figure of Veerabhadra carved out of granite along with carvings of the giant Naga linga, the great bull, the flying Gandharvas, Ganesa etc.

The Rayadurga fort was built by the Vijayadagara kings and has inscriptions on its walls.
Located within the fort is the Ras a siddula temple. Carved out of a single stone, the temple is embellished with fine sculptures depicting Jain gurus and their disciples.
In the proximity are the temple of Rama Narasimha Swamy Neelakanteswara Swamy and Jambukeswara.
Nearby Tourist Attractions: Puttaparthi, Gooty and Penukonda Forts, Hemavathi
and Lepakshi Temples. Best Time To Visit: September To February  

Legend has it that Kadiri is the holy shrine where Lord Vishnu set his foot, and handed over the Utsavamoorthis to Brugu Maharishi for his daily worship.
Special poojas are performed during Dassera and Sankranti.
There are several sacred thirthas connected to the temple that are well worth a visit.

Sri Sathya Sai General Hospital
Free medical facilities are provided at the hospital which has a Casualty department open all 24 hours. The Outpatient department functions in the mornings and evenings daily. The hospital also has Maternity & Dental departments. Sri Sathya Sai Super Speciality Hospital located 7 kms from the ashram has excellent modern facilities to handle cases pertaining to Cardiology, Urology, Nephrology and Ophthalmology

Sri Sathya Institute of Higher Learning
Established in 1981 and situated in the Vidyagiri adjacent to the Ashram this magnificent structure stands as the sentinel of the happy amalgamation of the secular & the spiritual. It is the foundation of the education system established by Bhagwan Sri Sathya Baba. The institute has been recognised by the University Grants Commission as a Deemed University. It conducts courses in under graduate & post graduate studies in Arts, Science and Professional subjects. Apart from the Institute of higher learning, there are both Primary and High Schools with hostel facilities. Free education is offerred it all these institutions.

Prasanthi Mandir, The prayer hall was built in 1949. It is the centre of activity ofPrasanthi Nilayam. Omkar Suprabhatam at dawn, daily Bhajans and other spiritual activities are held in the hall.
Ganesh Mandir
This temple was built around the same period. The main Mandir and is located at the entrance ofPrasanthi Nilayam.
Subramanya Mandir
Situated to the south of Ganesh Mandir, was constructed in 1977.
Gayathri Mandir
Situated opposite to the "Seva Dal" block this temple was consecrated by Bhagwan Baba on 9th October1998. The five faced Goddess, Gayathri, the mother of the Vedas is the presiding deity here.
Sai Kulwant Hall
This is where the daily darshan takes place besides many other festivities. Divine discourses are delivered here. It has a seating capacity of about 20,000. On the northern side entrance to Sai Kulwant Hall, the exquisitely carved icons in white marble of Sri Rama, Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman were consecrated by Bhagwan on 30th September 1999.
Sarva Dharma Stupa
This 50 feet high pillar celebrating the unity of all religions is located on the south of Poorna Chandra Auditorium and was built in November 1975 on the occasion of the GoldenJubilee Celebrations and the World conference of the Sri Satya Sai Seva organisations held in Prasanthi Nilayam.
Poorna Chandra Auditorium
Built in 1973, it accomodates 15,000 people in the 60 X 40 meters area. With its imposing appearance and columnless structure, it has inspiring murals of God forms, Avatars, Saints and Seers from all religions and times. It is used for conducting cultural programmes, conferences and yagna during Dassera.
Mosque
For the convenience of the local muslim population Bhagwan had a mosque and a hall constructed and opened in 1978. Where prayers are conducted regularly.
Chaitanya Jyothi
A museum on the Mission and Message of Sathya Sai Avtar was constructed to commemorate Bhagwan's 75th Birthday. On display are many exhibits about the life and Mission ofBhagwan arranged at 8 levels. The architecture represents a fusion of different cultures and architectural forms like Chinese roof, Gothic arches and Moorish domes.
Meditation Tree
The banyan tree planted by Bhagwan has also a metal plate with inscription done with Divine Sankalpa embedded by him at the roots in 1950. Located on the left of the road uphill to the Spiritual museum, it enhances the spiritual success of those who meditate under it. Devotees are allowed to meditate during the day time only.
Sri Sathya Sai Hill view Stadium
Located behind the Higher Secondary School, opposite the hill, towering with statues ofHanuman, Krishna, Siva, Buddha, Zoroaster and Christ, it gives an imposing view. Bhagwan Baba addresses the mammoth gathering from the Santhi Vedika (covered podium) on the southern end of the stadium on his birthday on 23rd November every year.
Siva Mandir
The birth place of Bhagwan Baba is now adorned by a Siva Temple sanctified by Bhagwan in 1979. Puja is performed here everyday at dawn and dusk. Legends of his birth and childhood leelas can be visualised here.
Spiritual Museum
It is located on the top of a hillock on the southern side of the Ashram centered around the experience of spirituality in man's evolution. It displays fascinating artefacts to convey the eternal message of saints and sages of all religions of the world. Legends ofBhagwan's early life and his declaration of Avatarhood are emphasised in the displays. Sprawling over 20,000 sqft., it is designed to evoke the spiritual quest of man,
Village Temples
As you go into the village you can see the temples of Gopal Swami (Krishna as cowherd), Hanuman, and Satyabhama (consort of Krishna). There is also an old Mandir which is now used as a wedding hall

Road

Ananthapur and other places are  well connected by road.

Hyderabad and bangalore Airports.
It is 120 kms from Banglore Airport