Another popular tourist destination in Visakhapatnam is Simhachalam Temple. Locally,
this is called Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
With 5 massive gateways and 3 courtyards, the temple is based on Lord Vishnu's
incarnation as 'Narsimha’ to save his devotee, Prahlad. You will find that the temple
architecture symbolizes the creative minds from the Cholas, Kalingas and Chalukyas
Dynasty.
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The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park in Visakhapatnam is located on the national highway and covers an area of 250 hectares. It boasts of a rich collection of flora and fauna, including some exotic species of animals from Australia. The Park has more than 400 varieties of fauna. The Park opened its doors to the public in 1972 and has five enclosures for monkeys and primates, special dens for lions and tigers, six enclosures for deer and eight specially-designed enclosures for small mammals.
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On the beach road connecting Visakhapatnam to Bheemili, at a distance of 18 KM from RK beach the Ramanaidu film studio is located at the top of a hill. Surrounded by hills in one side and sea on the other side, this film studio is used by several film producers of nearby states to produce movies in national and regional languages.
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Located just 10 kilometres from the port city of Visakhapatnam, RushiKonda Beach is known as the Jewel of the East Coast. The unspoiled beauty of the beach is its main attraction and offers a unique opportunity to relax and enjoy the golden sands and gentle ocean currents. The beach is a haven for watersports lovers and is popular among windsurfers and jet skiers.
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ISKCON Visakhapatnam Temple is the upcoming temple on Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam, India.
Vizag, India
Take a mesmerizing glance of Vizag from Kailasagiri. This beautiful park
houses several lush green plants and a striking sculpture of Lora Shiva and Goddess
Parvati. You will have a wide picturesque view of Vishakhapatnam from here, including
the beaches, ocean and forests. Spend your leisure time here with your family in the
evening and enjoy the sunset.
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Park with well maintained landscapes witnessing a vast beauty of the Bay of Bengal.
Vizag, India
It houses the historical treasures and artifacts of the Kalingandhra region. It was inaugurated by the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N. Janardhana Reddy on October 8, 1991.
Vizag, India
INS Kurusura served the Indian Navy for 31 years and then it was decommissioned and turned into a museum in 2001. With a length of 91.3 meters and breadth of 8 meters, the INS Kurusura submarine played a vital role in a number of wars including the 1971 Indo-Pak war. The INS Kurusura submarine museum at RK beach is the first submarine turned into a museum in the whole of Asia and second in the world. Various parts of the submarine like the radar room, sonar room, control room and the weapons used during war are in display in this museum.
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TU 142 Naval Aircraft has served the Indian Navy for a long period of 29 years, it was converted into a museum after it was decommissioned at the Visakhapatnam Beach. Formed in the year 2017, the foundation of the museum was laid by Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh State and was inaugurated by Ram Nath Kovind who is the president of India.
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Beautiful aquarium designed by the beach showcasing a variety of water animals.
Vizag, India
Located in RK Beach, is the famous Kali Temple. This is one of the few temples that receives the highest footfalls and darshans. Dedicated to Goddess Kali, the temple was built in the year 1984. Every year they celebrate Vijaydashami on a grand scale attracting visitors from all around the country and the world. This is one of the most prominent tourist attractions of Vizag.
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The Rama Krishna Beach or RK Beach as it is commonly called, is one of the best known beaches and tourist spots in Vizag, attracting a large number of visitors. Swimming, sunbathing and beach volleyball are popular activities on the beach.
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Fishing Harbour offers the Swarna Vihari boat ride operated by the AP Tourism.
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Darga Konda is a mosque in port area which is strategically located among three hills that signify the confluence of faiths and is an embodiment of the unity and harmony among human beings of all faiths. It hosts a Mosque, a Temple and a Church.
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Bheemunipatnam is a town located close to Visakhapatnam and is known for its historical heritage. Local legend claims that the town was established during the days of the Hindu Epic, Mahabharatha, and was named after Bheema. However, archaeological evidence discovered in the region puts the origins of the tow to about 3rd century BCE and shows that the town was closely associated to early Buddhism.
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A theme park with well-maintained landscapes, musical fountains, bonsai garden and amusement theatre.
Vizag, India
Dolphin's Nose is a hill in Visakhapatnam between Yarada and Gangavaram Port. The hill is named Dolphin's Nose because it resembles a dolphin's nose. It is a conspicuous land mark in Visakhapatnam. Dolphin's nose is a huge rocky head land which is 174 meters high and 358 meters above sea level.
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Yarada Beach is situated on the west coast of Bay of Bengal in Yarada, a village at a distance of 30 kilometres from Visakhapatnam. It is located near Gangavaram beach, Dolphin's Nose and Gangavaram Port.
Vizag, India
Spread over an area of 55 acres, the VUDA Park is renowned for its well-landscaped lawns and an array of plants. The Park has a variety of flowering plants, 2,500 trees and hedge plants. This urban park is located at the beachfront and is a popular destination in the city for leisure activities. The Park is extremely well-equipped and boasts of playpens, boating club, yoga centre, multi-gymnasium, pagodas, musical fountain and Kala Vedika.
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Tatipudi Reservoir is a dam located on River Gosthani in Andhra Pradesh. It is a water supply reservoir to the city of Visakhapatnam.
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To pacify your adrenaline rush, Borra Caves in Vizag are the best local attractions to
visit. There are many legends passed in the local tribes that speak about the creation of
these caves. One of these legends says that a 'Shivalingam' was found inside these
caves, making this location a holy shrine. Dating back a million years, these caves are
awe-inspiring and worth visiting.
Araku, India
In the embrace of wild greens, the Katiki Waterfalls is a popular tourist destination to
visit. Close to Borra Caves, these waterfalls have the water of River Gosthani flowing
through them. If you are an adventure-lover and nature-enthusiast, then this is just the
place for you. After a short trek through the rocky paths, Katiki Waterfalls are a serene
and peaceful sight to behold.
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Araku Valley is a comparatively unexplored hill station mostly visited by locals as a weekend getaway and is situated some 120 kilometers away from Vishakhapatnam. Blessed with terrific natural beauty, this destination is a serene respite from the hustle-bustle of city life. If you're a tourist looking for exclusivity and tranquillity, a train leaves Vishakhapatnam early in the morning, making way through 58 tunnels and passing over 84 bridges making way through the breathtaking landscape to reach Araku in approximately in 5 hours. Places to visit are a couple of view points, coffee house, tribal museum and padmapuram gardens.
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Natural setting known for a cascading waterway with rocky pools for swimming & sliding.
Araku, India
Vanjangi village is located in Paderu. This is a new tourist spot attracting visitors with beautiful nature.
Paderu, India
Lambasingi is a small village in the Eastern Ghats of Chintapalli. Foggy climate makes it picturesque. It has strawberry farm and famous for tent house camping.
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It is located near Lambasingi. The cascading waterfalls are gorgeous, beautiful and worth-seeing, attracting thousands of people.
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