Visakhapatnam is the capital of Tamil Nadu, famous for its picturesque beaches and serene landscape, as well as a rich cultural past attracting millions of tourists.
Visakhapatnam is one of the oldest port cities in the country. Located in the heart of Andhra Pradesh, the city is announced as the state capital of Andhra Pradesh on January 31, 2023. The city is famous for its picturesque beaches and serene landscape, as well as a rich cultural past. The port of Visakhapatnam is renowned for being home to the oldest shipyard in India.
Araku Valley which is located at a short distance from Visakhapatnam and is one of the prime attractions of Visakhapatnam. Araku Valley is a hill station with gushing waterfalls, crystal clear streams, lush green gardens and some challenging trekking trails.
One of the most stunning places to see in all of Visakhapatnam, Yarada beach is surrounded by majestic hills on three sides, and by the Bay of Bengal on the other side. It is the perfect place to sit back on the golden sands and witness a marvelous sunrise or sunset.
Being on the coastal area, the primary cuisine of Visakhapatnam includes seafood, as well as traditional South Indian cuisine. While Visakhapatnam is also a shopping destination, one can find a lot of things that you can take back home. You can purchase a wide variety of stuff starting from handicrafts to Kalamkari paintings to wooden toys to even gorgeous Pochampalli and Ikat sarees.
The Submarine Museum in Visakhapatnam, is present inside an actual submarine, INS Kurusura, which was India's 5th submarine. The museum is located on RK beach, near the War Memorial in Visakhapatnam. The beautiful scenery of the clear blue waters and golden sand on the beach serves as a perfect location for the Submarine Museum. The museum has artifacts, pictures and articles that share stories of strength, sacrifice and patriotism of the warriors. They give insights on how difficult surviving can be with limited space and resources hundreds of feet underwater.
The Kailash Giri is a beautiful hilltop park located at a height of 360 ft. in Visakhapatnam, spread over 100 acres of lush green land area, the park is perched on a hilltop and it offers scenic panoramic view of the surroundings. The highlight of the place are the magnificent 40 feet statues of Shiva and Parvati painted in white.
Among the attractions available, the best ones include Titanic Viewpoint, Floral Spot, Gliding Point, Jungle Trails, Shanti Ashram, Shanku Chakra Nama and more. Bollywood films have been shot at the Park for its scenic views and the beautiful location which is at a juxtaposition of the Bay of Bengal and Kailasagiri hills.
The Borra Caves are situated in the Ananthagiri hills of the Araku Valley in Visakhapatnam. Breath taking hilly terrain, beautiful landscape, semi-evergreen moist deciduous forests, and wild fauna of the Borra Caves are a visual feast. The Borra caves are marvellous creation of nature, the Borra caves were formed when river waters flow through a limestone area, and the calcium carbonate turns into calcium bicarbonate, which is easily washed out by the running water.
The caves are basically karstic limestone structures extending to a depth of 80 m and are considered to be the deepest cave in India. The combination of sunlight and dark conjures amazing dancing shaped in the depths of the Borra Caves, which is a sight in itself. The journey to this prime destination with its picturesque location and a thrilling hike is a treat in itself.
The Rushikonda Beach is a stunning beach located on the coast of the Bay of Bengal in Vishakhapatnam, in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. APTDC, which is in charge of this natural beauty, has done a great job in the upkeep of the beach and ensured that this natural attraction remains unspoiled. This place is popular among water sports lovers because of the range of activities that are offered here. One can enjoy an adrenaline rush, you can indulge in the water sports that are offered here. However, the beach's natural charms are one of the main reasons for its immense popularity among local as well as foreign tourists.
Very similar to a dolphin's nose, is a high rocky headland located in the south of Visakhapatnam. A powerful light house highly useful for the shippers and has a light beam that can be seen as far as 64 km out at sea is also present nearby. There is also a hill nearby named the Dolphin hill and is a restricted Armed forces residential area.
The Matsyadarshini is a beautiful aquarium and houses countless species of fresh and salt water marine life captured in glass tanks. The Aquarium, established on the shore of Ramakrishna beach, has many marine varieties include the long horn cow fish, butterfly fishes, surgeon major, peacock wrasse, the lion fish, stone fish, red squirrel fish, perch dusky, trigger fish, clown fish, damsels, sweet lip rabbit fish, angels, electric ray, porcupine fish and many more. The carpet anemones, starfishes in different colors, tentacle anemones in white and orange, sea anemones in varying colors are all gives a pleasant view.
The long beautiful and pristine Bheemilli Beach is located at the assemblage of Gosthani River and the Bay of Bengal. It also houses the remains of a 17th century fort and cemetery, reveling history dating back to the Dutch era. Bheemilli is more at peace and has calm waves, making it a perfect getaway for all the swimmers-at-heart. A salty, refreshing climate, united with the agreeable nature and lush greenery all around dotted with lined palm groves, make Bheemilli a famous and loved beach.
The best time to visit here is in the winter season (October and March). The weather during this period is extremely pleasing and windy. There are major religious festivals like Visakha Utsav celebrated from October - December. During summers it is extremely hot which might make uncomfortable for the city tour.
Visakhapatnam has a rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, which makes the city a must visit destination. From visiting the Submarine Museum to tasting the culinary delights of the city, there is something for every traveler in this city. So, pack your bags, plan your tour, and move onto a an unforgettable journey through the heart of Visakhapatnam.
