Visakhapatnam has some of the best and the safest beaches in the entire South Coast line of the country. If you are in the city and do not have enought time to travel long to see the beach, then the R K Beach is your best place to have fun with water. Children can find pure excitement and joy at the VUDA Park, a special park with a right mix of fun with water and a bit of green patches.
Walk the talk with your loved ones looking at the statues of the freedom fighters and other tourist attractions setup on either sides of the beach road. Roll-back into history at the Visakha Museum or be lucky visiting the Submarine Museum, the first Museum in Asia to be build off a Submarine.
The Keertana Vanamu Beach resort developed by VUDA gives you a pleasant stay, particularly if you are in to the city on a vacation. The Water Boat rides, Theme Partks are additional attraction make Vizag your preferred tourism desitination.
Bheemunipatnam is a beach town with good beach resorts - an ideal place spend long-weekends.
Indira Gandhi Zoological Park
The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is a must visit for anyone touring Visakhapatnam. Located at the outskirts of the city, the Zoo Park is a 30-minute drive from the city centre.
The Zoo has some of the best species of Birds and Animals and other wild life fauna. The Indian special species such as the Indian Elephants and Indian Tiger, the Crocodiles and a whole range of coloured parrots especially from ones brought from Australia are a major attraction at this Zoo.
Temples in Visakhapatnam
The Simhachalam Temple - the temple of Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swami, built by King Krishnadevaraya one of its kind in India. Boudharamam, Saligudam, Sankaram and Devipuram are areas where the true heritage is being repented in idols. There are many Buddhist Shrines in Visakhapatnam which resembles the cultural developments during that age. Also nere to Visakhapatnam, is located the Temple of Arasavalli Sun God - Sri Suryanarayana Swamy in Arasavalli.
Get more information on Simhachalam Temple and other temples in Vizag
Other Places to Visit in Visakhapatnam
Light House, The Ross Hill, Dolphin Nose, Mudasarlova, Paderu, Dutch Cemetry at Bheemunipatnam, Chodavaram, Anantagiri, Appikonda and many more
Monday, August 24, 2009
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
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
ARUKU VALLY IN ANDHRA PRADESH
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.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Andhra pradesh eco tourism Maredumilli bambu chiken
Maredumilli has many streams and waterfalls situated in the thick semi evergreen forests of the eastern ghats with undulating terrain and the area is situated on Rajahmundry-Bhadrachalam road (80 km. from Rajahmundry). The community conservation and eco-tourism area is managed by the indigenous tribal community of Valamuru and Somireddypalem villages. This area is abode for a tribe called “Konda Reddys”. Important plant species like caryota urens, Bamboos, Terminalia tomentosa, Adena cardifolia and Teak are available here. There are number of attractions like Nandanavanam (medicinal plants awareness centre), Medicinal plants conservation and development area, Madanakunj viharasthal with tropical pines and bamboos, jungle star camping site bounded by Valamuru river on three sides, trek to 30 mt high Amruthadhara and 15 mt high Swarnadhara waterfalls, Rubber plantation etc.
Other locations one must visit are Neelakanteswara waterfalls, an ancient shiva temple (in a cave) and majestic Rampa waterfalls near Rampa village. Local tribal dance form “Kommu dance” is a local attraction but not available for visitors at all times. The best part here is the tribal cuisine; bamboo chicken, bamboo shoot curry, bamboo chutney, and other herbal preparations. It is learnt that bamboo chicken has become a huge hit with the visitors and even foreign tourists enjoyed it thoroughly. When we were at Madanakunj, we got drenched in the heavy down pour which happened suddenly and we enjoyed the experience like small children and incidentally it was the “Holi” day!!
There is a beautiful forest rest house with 4 suites, one hill top rest house and canteen for providing accommodation. Local community guides are available.
Contact
Forest rest house, Maredumilli..08864-244996
Forest Range Officer, Rampachodavaram..08864-243449
We also had a memorable housing boat experience on river Godavari at Dindi, about 120 km. away from Rajahmundry (East Godavari district). The beauty of this konaseema has to seen and experienced. There are several attractions like Sivakodi Lanka, Antarvedi (Lord Nrisimha temple), old pedestrian and cantilever bridges, Koringa mangroves sanctuary. Coconut trees and palmyras dot the entire landscape and the coconut trees with their swaying branches on both banks of river Godavari look like two warring armies scheming and standing apart ready with all armour and ammunition to strike each other. Fishermen boats, fishing nets, shoals of jumping fishes, coconuts and dry fish are quite common here. There is a beautiful resort “Coconut Country Resorts” run by AP Tourism Development Corporation at Dindi.
One can visit APTDC website to have details of accommodation and house boat facility.
Then, we traveled to Uppada village near Kakinada to buy famous Uppada sarees (in silk as well as cotton). En route we visited GVK power plant just to see how a beautiful garden was groomed in once hopeless quarry area. Two white swans and two black swans imported from Brazil and Australia respectively have added royal touch to the whole ambience. Mr. Prasada Rao, a retired civil engineer turned horticulturist & forester made this area a haven with beautiful landscaping, mini zoo, and gardening with fruit and flowering plants. It was amazing to see how he could name and explain history of each and every plant species he nurtured there. On the whole, it was a wonderful and rejuvenating experience to meet such inspiring people and visit such beautiful places.
Other locations one must visit are Neelakanteswara waterfalls, an ancient shiva temple (in a cave) and majestic Rampa waterfalls near Rampa village. Local tribal dance form “Kommu dance” is a local attraction but not available for visitors at all times. The best part here is the tribal cuisine; bamboo chicken, bamboo shoot curry, bamboo chutney, and other herbal preparations. It is learnt that bamboo chicken has become a huge hit with the visitors and even foreign tourists enjoyed it thoroughly. When we were at Madanakunj, we got drenched in the heavy down pour which happened suddenly and we enjoyed the experience like small children and incidentally it was the “Holi” day!!
There is a beautiful forest rest house with 4 suites, one hill top rest house and canteen for providing accommodation. Local community guides are available.
Contact
Forest rest house, Maredumilli..08864-244996
Forest Range Officer, Rampachodavaram..08864-243449
We also had a memorable housing boat experience on river Godavari at Dindi, about 120 km. away from Rajahmundry (East Godavari district). The beauty of this konaseema has to seen and experienced. There are several attractions like Sivakodi Lanka, Antarvedi (Lord Nrisimha temple), old pedestrian and cantilever bridges, Koringa mangroves sanctuary. Coconut trees and palmyras dot the entire landscape and the coconut trees with their swaying branches on both banks of river Godavari look like two warring armies scheming and standing apart ready with all armour and ammunition to strike each other. Fishermen boats, fishing nets, shoals of jumping fishes, coconuts and dry fish are quite common here. There is a beautiful resort “Coconut Country Resorts” run by AP Tourism Development Corporation at Dindi.
One can visit APTDC website to have details of accommodation and house boat facility.
Then, we traveled to Uppada village near Kakinada to buy famous Uppada sarees (in silk as well as cotton). En route we visited GVK power plant just to see how a beautiful garden was groomed in once hopeless quarry area. Two white swans and two black swans imported from Brazil and Australia respectively have added royal touch to the whole ambience. Mr. Prasada Rao, a retired civil engineer turned horticulturist & forester made this area a haven with beautiful landscaping, mini zoo, and gardening with fruit and flowering plants. It was amazing to see how he could name and explain history of each and every plant species he nurtured there. On the whole, it was a wonderful and rejuvenating experience to meet such inspiring people and visit such beautiful places.
ECO TOURISM AT ANDHRA PRADESH IN INDIA
Andhra Pradesh is endowed with a rich and varied Bio-diversity distributed over a mosaic of different habitats spread over the Eastern Ghats, the Deccan Plateau Region, the Coastal Mangroves, the Fresh Water bodies like Kolleru and Brackish water bodies like the Pulicat and the grasslands of Rollapadu. These varied habitats have been supporting a variety of animal and plant species ranging from the Tiber, Gaur, Elephant, Black Buck and a variety of Deers and Antelpes, besides a variety of birds, including the Great Indian Bustard the Spot bill Pelican, the Lesser Florican and the near extinct Jerdon’s Courser. In addition to the above faunal species, the forests of Andhra Pradesh support about 5000 plant species consisting of species like Teak, Rosewood, Sandal Wood, and the endemic Red Sanders and Cycas beddomeii, etc.,
Objectives of Eco-Tourism:
Eco-Tourism is “A responsible travel to natural areas, which conserves the environment and improves the welfare of the local people”.
The primary objective of the Eco-Tourism is to show case the natural resource to different segments of the society, for viewing the nature and the natural processes for educational, recreational values and to propagate the message of environmental conservation.
To attract both domestic and foreign tourists by creating adequate infrastructure for accommodation, food and transport facilities in the Forest areas, Sanctuary areas and zoological gardens.
Activities:
The main activities involved in Eco-Tourism are non-consumptive like Bird watching, Trekking, Nature trails, River rafting and more importantly mere watching of the scenic beauty of the Hills, Valleys, Meadows, Water bodies and the natural processes and learn to live in Nature. Eco-tourism also preaches the understanding and respecting various cultures and customs of people living in the area.
Forests, Wildlife Sanctuaries, National Parks and Zoological Parks of the state.
Tariff details at SKVBR Botanical Garden:
Entry for Adults
Rs.15/-
Entry for children
Rs.5/-
Live in Nature Area
Rs.1000/- per day
Film Shooting
Rs.20000/- per day
T.V. Shooting
Rs.10000/- per day.
Tariff Details
AC Cottages
Rs.700/= per day
Non AC Tent Houses
Rs.400/- per day
Objectives of Eco-Tourism:
Eco-Tourism is “A responsible travel to natural areas, which conserves the environment and improves the welfare of the local people”.
The primary objective of the Eco-Tourism is to show case the natural resource to different segments of the society, for viewing the nature and the natural processes for educational, recreational values and to propagate the message of environmental conservation.
To attract both domestic and foreign tourists by creating adequate infrastructure for accommodation, food and transport facilities in the Forest areas, Sanctuary areas and zoological gardens.
Activities:
The main activities involved in Eco-Tourism are non-consumptive like Bird watching, Trekking, Nature trails, River rafting and more importantly mere watching of the scenic beauty of the Hills, Valleys, Meadows, Water bodies and the natural processes and learn to live in Nature. Eco-tourism also preaches the understanding and respecting various cultures and customs of people living in the area.
Forests, Wildlife Sanctuaries, National Parks and Zoological Parks of the state.
Tariff details at SKVBR Botanical Garden:
Entry for Adults
Rs.15/-
Entry for children
Rs.5/-
Live in Nature Area
Rs.1000/- per day
Film Shooting
Rs.20000/- per day
T.V. Shooting
Rs.10000/- per day.
Tariff Details
AC Cottages
Rs.700/= per day
Non AC Tent Houses
Rs.400/- per day
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