Avathanapatti Lake and Children's Park

1.5 km · 19 min walk

The Krishnagiri Reservoir Project dam was built across the Thenpennai (Ponnaiyar) river in the late 1950s and is the district's signature landmark. An adjoining garden and boating spot draws day visitors.

5.7 km · ~14 min by auto

A rock hill fort crowning a granite hill above Krishnagiri town, associated with Vijayanagara and later Mysore rulers including Tipu Sultan. Its ramparts and rock-cut features give the district its name ('black hill').

11.2 km · ~19 min by cab

Located at Shree Parshwa Padmavati Nagar near Sadhanpalli and Orappam, about 6-7 km outside Krishnagiri, this modern Jain pilgrimage complex is promoted as one of the tallest Jain temples in the world, rising around 365 feet. It is dedicated to Parshwanath, the 23rd Tirthankara, and to the goddess Padmavati Devi, and draws Jain devotees from across India. The towering shikhara and the sculpted Tirthankara imagery make it a striking landmark on the Krishnagiri skyline. The peaceful campus also serves as a centre for spiritual learning.

8.7 km · ~15 min by cab

This ancient Hanuman shrine on the Krishnagiri-Bengaluru highway is traditionally said to be around 2,500 years old and is famous as a wish-fulfilment temple. Devotees carry a saffron bag with coconut and betel leaves and perform eleven circumambulations while chanting, believing their prayers are answered within three months. A natural Nandi rock formation within the temple is revered as marking the presence of Lord Shiva. Its roadside location on NH44 makes it a popular stop for travellers between Krishnagiri and Bengaluru.

4.7 km · ~12 min by auto

Standing at the foot of a large hillock in Pazhapettai (Oldpet), Krishnagiri, this Vaishnavite temple is believed to be more than 1,200 years old and is traditionally attributed to the Pallava ruler Karivaradha Rangaraja Pallava, with the deity's consecration linked in legend to Arjuna. Dedicated to Lakshmi Narasimha, it was in ruinous condition for decades before a full renovation and rededication in January 2018. It remains one of the town's important heritage shrines, valued for its antiquity and hillside setting.

4.9 km · ~12 min by auto

Located on Gandhi Road near the Apsara Theatre in Krishnagiri town, this was opened as Tamil Nadu's 12th district museum. It showcases regional archaeology, sculpture, coins and cultural artefacts reflecting the district's long history from megalithic times through the Chola and Vijayanagara periods. It is a useful stop for understanding the heritage behind sites like the Mallachandram dolmens. The compact galleries make it an easy introduction to the region's past.

4.8 km · ~12 min by auto

One of the principal Shiva temples of Krishnagiri town, where the presiding deity is worshipped as Penneswarar. Its sculptures and stone inscriptions indicate construction during the Chola and Vijayanagara periods, tying it to the region's medieval temple-building tradition. It remains an active local place of worship at the heart of the town. The temple is a focus of community festivals through the year.

4.5 km · ~11 min by auto

A prominent Roman Catholic church serving the Christian community of Krishnagiri town. It is a long-standing local landmark and a centre of worship, particularly busy during Christmas and feast celebrations. It represents the district's small but historic Christian heritage. The church anchors community life for local parishioners.

11.7 km · ~19 min by cab

A Shiva temple at Chinna Kothur listed among the notable temples of Krishnagiri district, where the deity is worshipped as Kundeeswarar. Like other shrines in the district it reflects Chola and Vijayanagara-era temple traditions. It serves as a village place of worship in the Krishnagiri area. The temple is a quiet devotional stop away from the main highways.