Visakhapatnam, popularly known as Vizag, is a big, bustling city on the eastern seaboard overlooking the Bay of Bengal. A little off-the-beaten-track, Vizag's lush hills, gorgeous coastline, spiritual temples, and genial spirit are sure to charm you.
Welcome to Vizag- a bundle of attractions, rich cultural heritage, snippets of Buddhism and spicy & flavorful cuisine.
RK Beach, as it is locally called, is the most popular haunt in Vizag for locals & tourists alike. The beach promenade, adorned with exquisite sculptures & ornate images is a perfect place for a romantic stroll. With crashing waves, tiny fishing boats, and massive merchant vessels dotting the horizon; RK Beach perfectly captures the essence of Bay of Bengal.
This submarine converted into a museum is the first of its kinds in Asia. Its narrow hatch takes you down to its engine rooms, sonar & radar capabilities, crew quarters and weapon systems.
A meandering road takes you to Kailasagiri, the abode of Lord Shiva and a splendid place offering majestic views of the city & the sea. Manicured parks, a colossal statue of Lord Shiva & Parvati, slow chugging toy train, and cable car ride are some of the attractions of Kailasagiri.
Nestled on top of a hill, Thotlakonda is the site for well-preserved ruins of an ancient Buddhist settlement. Stupas, Viharas, Chaityas, pillared halls, rock-cut cisterns and other magnificent structures bear testimony to the presence of a 2000-year-old Buddhist complex.
A beautiful Dravidian hilltop temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Simhachalam temple celebrates Lord Vishnu as Narasimha (half man-half lion).
A beacon for ancient traders & mariners at sea, Dolphin Nose Lighthouse offers fantastic views of the sea and the city.
Araku Valley (115kms) – Hill station, tea gardens, underground caves and waterfalls
Vizag offers you numerous shopping options from local bazaars to sprawling shopping malls. The beach-side stalls on RK Beach are loaded with sea-shell items and other trinkets. Uppada silk saris, wooden toys, Ikat fabric, Bobbili miniature Veenas, and Araku tea are some of the souvenirs you may pick from Vizag. Check out “Lepakshi”, the state sponsored emporium, for quality stuff at a reasonable price.
Food is Vizag is hot and spicy. Tangy Pulihora, spicy Chicken 65, fiery Andhra Biryani, and piquant Gongura pickle define the taste of Andhra. For those willing to go all the way, the delicious ‘Andhra Thali’ is just the thing. And do try the mouthwatering ‘Paper Sweet’ from Vizag.
This beautiful city of the hills and the sea is best visited in winters from October to March.
By Air- Visakhapatnam International Airport connects the city with major Indian cities and some select Asian countries.
By Rail- Visakhapatnam is well-connected to all major Indian cities by a network of direct & express trains.
By Road- A well-developed network of roads & highways connect Vizag to most of the cities in India.
Do join us as we explore the charming landscape of this beautiful city. Our personalized tours packages are crafted to meet all your travel needs and expectations.
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