ARAKU
The Araku valley, located on the Anatagiri hills at a height of 1,161
mts from Sea Level is the place with the best natural scenery and
greenery can be found. The Valley is located 112-Km from Visakhapatnam
and has Waterfalls and streams which give a pleasant feeling to the
mind. The 17 tribes living in this valley wear colourful dresses and
costumes and were untouched with modern civilisations. Their rhythmic
songs and tribal dances, the Dhimsa dance in particular are just
marvelous. The valley has Cottages and Resorts for tourists who visit
here on a week long trip.
mts from Sea Level is the place with the best natural scenery and
greenery can be found. The Valley is located 112-Km from Visakhapatnam
and has Waterfalls and streams which give a pleasant feeling to the
mind. The 17 tribes living in this valley wear colourful dresses and
costumes and were untouched with modern civilisations. Their rhythmic
songs and tribal dances, the Dhimsa dance in particular are just
marvelous. The valley has Cottages and Resorts for tourists who visit
here on a week long trip.
BORRA CAVES
Situated at around 90 Kms from the City by road, Borra caves at the
Anantagiri Mandal are one of the best places to visit in Vizag. Borra
Caves are enroute to Araku Valley and it many prefer touching both the
places in a single go! The Caves are just 29 Km on road from Araku
Valley.
Rock at Borra Caves date back to a million years. The Scenic splendor
is all visible right from your train journey. Situated at 1400 mts
above sea level, Borra Caves were discovered by William King George of
the Geological Survey of India in the year 1807.
Gosthani River which originates above the lime stone foundations is
given the legendary name GOSTHANI as it resembles the udder of a Cow
while flowing out of the caves
Deep in the caves, a Shivalingam and an idol of a Com(Kamadhenu) can be
found. The caves are colorfully illuminated with electricity by Andhra
Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation. There are mica mines in and
around Borra village and it is believed that there are immense
possibilities of mining precious stones like rubies here. A big project
known as the Thalipudi Reservoir scheme is being constructed at cost of
Rs 4.5 crore across the river Gosthami at Thatipudi.
THOTLAKONDA
The Buddhist Complex on the hill-top of Mangamaripeta, locally known as
Thotlakonda lies about 16Kms from Visakhapatnam on Vizag Bheemili beach
road. It is picturesquely located on the hilltop at about 128mts. high
above the MSL. The existence of Buddhist site at Thotlakonda came to
light during an aerial survey undertaken by the Indian Navy. After its
discovery, the Government of A.P has declared the site measuring an
area of 120 acres on the summit as protected monument during 1978.
The excavations that lasted from 1988 to 1992 have exposed structural
remains. These remains are classified as A) Religious, B) Secular and
C) Civil. These structures include the Stupa, Chaityagrihas, pillared
congregation halls, bhandagaras, refectory (bhojanasala), drainage and
stone pathways etc. The complex comprises of several structural
components such as a Mahastupa, 16 votive stupas, a stone pillared
congregation hall, 11 rock-cut cisterns, well paved stone path ways, an
apsidal chaitya-griha, 3 circular chaitgya-grihas , two votive
platforms, 10 viharas consisted of 72 cells, a kitchen complex with
three halls and a refectory (dinning hall) etc. Associated with the
above structures were unearthed several inscribed chatra pieces with
early Brahmi letters, nine Satavahana and five roman silver coins,
terracotta tiles, stucco decorative pieces, sculptured panels,
miniature stupa models in stone, Buddha padas depicted with asthamangal
symbols, early historic pottery etc
Thotlakonda lies about 16Kms from Visakhapatnam on Vizag Bheemili beach
road. It is picturesquely located on the hilltop at about 128mts. high
above the MSL. The existence of Buddhist site at Thotlakonda came to
light during an aerial survey undertaken by the Indian Navy. After its
discovery, the Government of A.P has declared the site measuring an
area of 120 acres on the summit as protected monument during 1978.
The excavations that lasted from 1988 to 1992 have exposed structural
remains. These remains are classified as A) Religious, B) Secular and
C) Civil. These structures include the Stupa, Chaityagrihas, pillared
congregation halls, bhandagaras, refectory (bhojanasala), drainage and
stone pathways etc. The complex comprises of several structural
components such as a Mahastupa, 16 votive stupas, a stone pillared
congregation hall, 11 rock-cut cisterns, well paved stone path ways, an
apsidal chaitya-griha, 3 circular chaitgya-grihas , two votive
platforms, 10 viharas consisted of 72 cells, a kitchen complex with
three halls and a refectory (dinning hall) etc. Associated with the
above structures were unearthed several inscribed chatra pieces with
early Brahmi letters, nine Satavahana and five roman silver coins,
terracotta tiles, stucco decorative pieces, sculptured panels,
miniature stupa models in stone, Buddha padas depicted with asthamangal
symbols, early historic pottery etc
BHAVIKONDA
Bavikonda, an important Buddhist heritage site located on a hill about
15kms., northeast from Visakhapatnam city. Here the Buddhist habitation
is noticed on a 40 acres flat terraced area. Bavikonda in Telugu means
a hill of wells. A Hinayana school of Buddhism was practiced here.
Bavikonda Monastery flourished between 3rd Century B.C., and 3rd
Century A.D., The discovery of relic caskets in Mahachaitya is
significant. Bavikonda has remains of an entire Buddhist complex,
comprising 26 structures belonging to three phases. A piece of bone
stored in an urn recovered here is believed to belong to the mortal
remains of the Buddha. It also contains large quantity of ash,
charcoal, and earthenware. Three abandoned water tanks were also have
been found on this hillock.
15kms., northeast from Visakhapatnam city. Here the Buddhist habitation
is noticed on a 40 acres flat terraced area. Bavikonda in Telugu means
a hill of wells. A Hinayana school of Buddhism was practiced here.
Bavikonda Monastery flourished between 3rd Century B.C., and 3rd
Century A.D., The discovery of relic caskets in Mahachaitya is
significant. Bavikonda has remains of an entire Buddhist complex,
comprising 26 structures belonging to three phases. A piece of bone
stored in an urn recovered here is believed to belong to the mortal
remains of the Buddha. It also contains large quantity of ash,
charcoal, and earthenware. Three abandoned water tanks were also have
been found on this hillock.
BHEEMILI BEACH DUTCH CEMETRY YERRA MATTI DIBBALU
The 25 Kms stretch of road literally hugging the coastline from
Visakhapatnam is simply breathtaking. On the way one can venture into
"Erramattidibbalu", beautiful formation of red sand, or the shallow
waters of the unending beach. Bheemili a sleepy little town, is the
second oldest municipality in the country. The colonial past of the
town is evident in the remains of a once thriving Dutch Settlement.
River Gosthani at the mouth of which Bheemili lies forms an alluring
recess to the town. The important landmarks of Bheemili includes,
pilgrimage centers, temples, old churches, clock tower, light house,
port and more
Visakhapatnam is simply breathtaking. On the way one can venture into
"Erramattidibbalu", beautiful formation of red sand, or the shallow
waters of the unending beach. Bheemili a sleepy little town, is the
second oldest municipality in the country. The colonial past of the
town is evident in the remains of a once thriving Dutch Settlement.
River Gosthani at the mouth of which Bheemili lies forms an alluring
recess to the town. The important landmarks of Bheemili includes,
pilgrimage centers, temples, old churches, clock tower, light house,
port and more
DEVI PURAM
KAMBALAKONDA
RK BEACH
It is one of the most prominent beaches on the East Cost. It is the most happening place in Visakhapatnam one of the crowed pullers in the city. It is commonly called as R K Beach, which derives its name from the Lord Ramakrishna Mission. The important landmarks in the city viz. Submarine Museum, Visakha Museum, Aquarium, number of road side parks with children play equipments & lawns, War Memorial, statues of eminent personalities and many more are situated in this beach only.
RUSHIKONDA
Just 8Kms from Vizag, Rushikonda beach is a picture perfect setting with golden sands, surf, sea and hill cottages overlooking the grand vista. For lovers of swimming and water sports like skiing and wind surfing, Rushikonda is an ideal destination. At the end of a grueling session, one can always chillout at the bar cum restaurant attached to the cottage
SAGARA DURGA
YARADA
It is the most prominent and unforgettable landmark in Visakhapatnam.
It is a single and massive hillock of more than 350mts height,
resembles the Dolphin’s nose hence the name. It protects the
Visakhapatnam Harbour as well as the Head Quarters of Eastern Naval
Command. Visakhapatnam Port Trust’s, Light House is situated on top of
the hill and guides the approaching ships to Visakhapatnam. The port
channel cuts in between three hills which emphasis the lovely
topography of Visakhapatnam. Ross Hill, the highest mount named after
Mr. Ross, local authority, who built a house on it in 1864, Darga
konda, has a mosque and a shrine of a Muslim sage Ishaque Madina, who
was revered for his prophecies. Sri Venkateswarakonda has a temple,
which was built by Capt. Blackmoor in 1886.
It is a single and massive hillock of more than 350mts height,
resembles the Dolphin’s nose hence the name. It protects the
Visakhapatnam Harbour as well as the Head Quarters of Eastern Naval
Command. Visakhapatnam Port Trust’s, Light House is situated on top of
the hill and guides the approaching ships to Visakhapatnam. The port
channel cuts in between three hills which emphasis the lovely
topography of Visakhapatnam. Ross Hill, the highest mount named after
Mr. Ross, local authority, who built a house on it in 1864, Darga
konda, has a mosque and a shrine of a Muslim sage Ishaque Madina, who
was revered for his prophecies. Sri Venkateswarakonda has a temple,
which was built by Capt. Blackmoor in 1886.
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