Yarada Beach
Yarada Beach is an intriguing location, surrounded on three sides by hills and the fourth by the Bay of Bengal. It is lined with lush greenery and soft golden sands. Especially for nature lovers, it is an ideal location as you will see an enchanting sunrise and sunset on this coastline. The beach is situated 15 km away from Visakhapatnam and is not very crowded. Yarada Beach is considered to…
Rushikonda Beach
The beautiful Rushikonda beach is located about 8 km from the city of Vizag making it very accessible. Also, known as Rishikonda Beach, this wonderful beach is situated on the shore of the Bay of Bengal. It is among the popular Vizag beach that attracts tourists and locals alike. It is a much quieter and cleaner beach in Vizag. Rushikonda Beach is a must-visit place for nature and adventure lovers.…
Kailasagiri Hill
The Kailasagiri Hill situated at a distance of 9 km from the Visakhapatnam(or Vizag) Railway Station is a charming hilltop. It is one of the locations in Visakhapatnam that is as popular as the expansive beaches there. Kailasagiri is one of the highlights and a popular picnic spot for all tourists visiting Vizag city. Kailasagiri also provides a panoramic view that every lover of nature needs. Kailasagiri is always a…
Dolphin’s Nose
Dolphin’s Nose, one of Vizag’s most beautiful places, is a natural wonder, a place of scenic beauty and historical significance. Located between Yarada and Gangavaram Port in Visakhapatnam, Dolphin’s Nose is a hill named after its resemblance to the nose of the dolphin. It is also a wonderful spot for photography. Dolphin’s nose is one of the Indian Navy Bases. Some areas are under restriction but the most scenic spots…
Borra Caves
It is said that the caves of Borra are over 150 years old. Borra caves are the natural caves that are said to emerge from the river Gosthani that flows through these caves. These caves are formed due to the flowing of the river over the limestone region. The pressure exerted on the mineral deposits dissolved the limestone. This dissolved limestone trickled down drop by drop into the cave forming…
Ross Hill
Ross Hill in Visakhapatnam is a stunning attraction that invites large numbers of visitors and religious followers. Also known as Kanyamarykonda, it is one of the highest peaks on the Eastern Ghats. It’s one of the few places you can climb to get a fabulous view of the picturesque city and the Port area. Photographers and nature lovers frequently visit the attraction, particularly to see the incredible sunrises and sunsets. Ross…
Kondakarla Ava
Kondakarla Ava is a famous lake and bird sanctuary which is located towards south at a distance of about 50 km- 60 km from Visakhapatnam city in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Kondakarla Ava used to be a common picnic spot for Vizianagaram kings and British officers before India acquired independence. This place has a beautiful freshwater lake nestled in the foothills of Eastern Ghats. Coconut trees and lush greenery…
Bojjana Konda
Bojjana Konda is a famous Buddhist heritage site near Anakapalle which is at a distance of about 40 km from the city of Vishakhapatnam. This site was the center of Buddhist culture and teaching a few centuries ago. It is situated in a village named Sankaram that originated from the word “Sangharama” meaning monastery. Bojjana Konda is located at the bank of the Sarada river. At Bojjana Konda you will…
Gangavaram Beach
Situated in the vicinity of the steel factory of Visakhapatnam, Gangavaram Beach is renowned for its charming surroundings and atmosphere. Gangavaram Beach has a stunning coastline with many visitors and filmmakers lured over for the years. Many water sports are also accessible on the beach. You can visit this place in the late afternoon and spend the quality time until the sun goes down. On weekends you will find this…
Thotlakonda
If you want to explore and understand the architecture and lifestyle of Buddhism, Thotlakonda is a must-visit place for you. Thotlakonda’s name is derived from the Telugu words- Thotti (tub) and Konda (hills). There are plenty of rock cutting troughs here. It is located on the beautiful beach road between Visakhapatnam and Bheemili, a distance of 16 km from Visakhapatnam city. This place was first observed in an air survey…