Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag is situated in South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
A historic city, Visakhapatnam was a part of King Ashoka’s Kalinga Kingdom in 260 B.C. Set along the shoreline of the Bay of Bengal, Vizag is surrounded by 3 hills and the eastern area of the city is washed by rivers like Godavari and Indravati. Besides, Visakhapatnam is also home to a number of magnificent beaches.
Visakhapatnam is one of India’s most rapidly growing industrial cities and also has the 4th largest port of the country. In fact, Vizag is the only protected sea harbour on the Coromondel Coast. Some of the major industries based in Visakhapatnam include Ship Building, Petro Chemicals, Oil Refinery, Steel Mills, Fertilizer etc. The port city of Visakhapatnam also has a Naval Base.
Moreover, scenic beaches and vast blue sea, green-capped hills, verdant valleys, dense forests and crystal clear cascades, million-year-old caves, an 11th century temple, ancient Buddhist sites, lush green gardens and salubrious climate.
Indira Gandhi Zoological Park – one of the largest zoos of India. Stretchs upto an area of 625 acres, the park was named after Indira Gandhi – the former Prime Minister of India. It was opened to the public in the year 1977. Located amidst Kambalakonda Reserve Forest in Visakhapatnam, the zoological park is surrounded […]
Visakha Museum Located on Beach Road, Visakhapatnam In Andhra Pradesh. It houses the Artifacts of Kalingandhara Region. It has a modest collection of art and sculpture Situated on the Beach Road, has. The museum is open daily except Mondays. Request A Customized Tour
Just 8 kms from downtown, Rishikonda is a picturesque beach and a best beach of Andhra Pradesh. The untouched sandy stretches and warm waves of the ocean make this beach definitely worth-visiting. For swimming, water-skiing,Strolling and wind-surfing, the seashore offers the finest place to pamper. Request A Customized Tour
On the coastline of Andhra Pradesh is the most popular beach, Ramakrishna beach. It occupies a large portion of the seafront , it has got a huge area where different activities can be enjoyed. One can take the local cruise to enjoy the sunset and sunrise amidst the tranquil waters. Request A Customized Tour
KailasaGiri- Set atop a hill, beautiful and local preferred hill station, Kailasa Giri offers a magnificent view of the sea Kailsagiri is a must visit place for tourists visiting Visakhapatnam.. It has serene and beautiful Rushikonda beach and RK beach on the left and hillock on the right. As the name suggests, the hill is […]