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Visakhapatnam, also commonly known as Vizag, is one of the oldest port cities in the country. Situated in the heart of Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam is known for its picturesque beaches and serene landscape, as well as a rich cultural past, which makes it an ideal spot for a fantastic coastal vacation. The port of Visakhapatnam is renowned for being home to the oldest shipyard in all of India, and with a plethora of manmade wonders and natural spectacles, Visakhapatnam is a must-visit tourist destination in South India.
You simply cannot go to a coastal city like Visakhapatnam and not see its beaches. Vizag is dotted with many beaches along its coastline, with the most famous one being the Yarada Beach. 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. One of the best things about Vizag’s beaches is that they are a lot cleaner and a lot less crowded than other famous beaches along the Indian coastline, and Yarada beach is no exception. It is the perfect place to sit back on the golden sands and witness a marvelous sunrise or sunset. Located a short distance away from Visakhapatnam, Araku Valley is one of the prime attractions of Vizag. Situated at a lofty 910 meters above sea level, Araku Valley is a hill station replete with gushing waterfalls, crystal clear streams, and lush green gardens. The valley is inhabited by a number of tribes who have strongly held on to their vibrant traditions and culture, refusing to let themselves be taken over by commercialization. Araku Valley offers some challenging trekking trails which you can avail if you’re up for it.
If you’re a history lover, the Borra Caves are one of the best tourist attractions that Vizag has to offer for you. Nestled amidst the Ananthagiri Hills in Araku Valley, the Borra Caves are over thousands of years old and are the biggest among all the caves found in India. Made entirely of natural karstic limestone, the caves are kaleidoscopic in nature, and the light falling on the rocks coupled with the waterfalls creates an extremely colorful effect, lending an aura of magic and mysticism to the entire ambiance.
The Katiki Waterfalls, situated a short distance away from the Borra Caves, is a gushing waterfall that measures around 50 feet in height and is completely surrounded by the lush greenery of the valley. The crystal-clear water cascading down the rocks, bordered by the gleaming green foliage is a sight for sore eyes. Being a coastal area, the primary cuisine of Visakhapatnam includes seafood, as well as traditional Andhra South Indian cuisine. While Visakhapatnam is not exactly renowned for being a shopping destination, you will still 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.
On arrival at Visakhapatnam airport/railway station from there, you will meet and assist
by our representative and proceed to Visakhapatnam. On the way, you can explore the
Sankaram- an important site for Buddhist devotees. Here in this place, you can see the
mesmerizing images of Lord Buddha and Stupas.
After that visit, the Simhachalam Temple situated on a hilltop. After reaching
Visakhapatnam, check in to the hotel and get overnight stay.
After breakfast in the morning move to visiting Araku Valley- where you will able to
explore the beautiful valley with picturesque waterfalls and gardens where you can
indulge in leisure activities, Borra Caves, also known as Borra Guhalu – these caves are
also known for their Stalagmite and Stalactite formations, after that visit is Bheemili
Beach where you can do some activities on your choice. In the evening return back to the
hotel and get overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Gopalpur on Sea. On the way, you can stop at
Arasavalli temple. The idol of the deity in this temple has been made in such a manner
that its feet are adorned with the first rays of the sun twice a year.
After that, you can continue driving passing through some of the most fertile land rice
fields, banana and jackfruit plantations in abundance. On reaching Gopalpur on Sea,
check in to the hotel, after taking some rest you can proceed to explore the surroundings
on foot or visit the beach. In the evening return back to the hotel and get overnight stay.
After breakfast in the morning, proceed to Puri. After arriving, check-in to the hotel and
take some rest. After taking some rest leave for sightseeing in Puri, Visit the well-known
Jagannath Temple- dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Gundicha Mandir- called the Garden
House of Jagannath and the nearby village of the artisans. In the evening return back to
the hotel and get overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and proceed to Bhubaneshwar, on
the way you can visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Konarak Sun Temple, which
is also known as the Black Pagoda. After that Fisherman’s village, take a stroll around
the village or observe the locals doing their daily chores.
On reaching Bhubaneshwar, check – into a hotel. Take some rest and if you want so you
can go for leisure activities. In the evening get overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast in the morning, proceed to local sightseeing, visit, Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri and
Udayagiri to explore the ancient Buddhist monasteries. Famous as the Mini Golden
Triangle of Orrisa (Odisha), the Lalitgiri-Ratnagiri-Udayagiri corridor houses the remains
of brick pagodas, sculptured stone portals, and mysterious Buddhist images. In the
evening return back to the hotel and get overnight stay.
After breakfast, we will drop you to the Airport/Railway station and End of a memorable
Tour conducted by Meet My Holders India Pvt. Ltd. The company, Shimla, HP.
