Famous Places In Our State

    FAMOUS PLACES Today my topic is about Famous Places in Our state .In our state we have more popular places.Kanaka Durga Temple  of goddess Durga is situated on the Indrakeeladri hill in the city of  Vijayawada  on the banks of  Krishna River . A large number of pilgrims attend the colourful celebrations of Tepotsavam and for holy dip in the  Krishna river  during the festival of  Dusshera . Tirumala Tirupati,  the abode of Lord Venkateswara, is the second richest and most visited religious centre (of any faith) in the world. This temple is also one among the  108divyadesam  dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Brahmotsavam (Brahma's Utsavam) is a nine day long festival held every year in the month of October and as many as 5,00,000 devotees will throng to the hill for seeking blessings of the lord. Araku Valley  is a hill station in  Alluri Sitharama Raju district  in the Indian state of  Andhra Pradesh , lying 111 km west of  Visakhapatnam  city. This place is often referred to as  Ooty

   Famous Places In Vijayawada 1. Undavalli Caves, Vijayawada A beautiful testimony to the rich history, culture, and heritage of the region, the Undavalli Caves is a set of rock-cut temples located amidst lush greenery. These caves, which are dedicated to Lord Padmanabha and Lord Narasimha, date back to more than 1300 years and were carved out of a single sandstone base. While exploring the structures and motifs of these caves, you will come across Jain and Buddhist designs as well. A short hike from the Undavalli Caves will take you to a serene spot that offers excellent views of the Krishna River. Considered as one of the first examples of the Gupta-style architecture, these caves are an amazing place to visit in Vijayawada for history buffs and architecture connoisseurs. 2. Prakasam Barrage, Vijayawada Prakasam Barrage, one of the most iconic structures in Vijayawada, is a bridge that connects the districts of Krishna and Guntur. More than a kilometer long, it spans the Krishna Riv

     Famous Places in Visakhapatnam 1.Rishikonda Beach The Rishikonda Beach also known as Rushikonda Beach is a stunning shore located on the coast of the Bay of Bengal in Vishakhapatnam, in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. APTDC, which is in charge of this natural beauty, has done a great job in the upkeep of the beach and ensured that this natural attraction remains unspoilt. The Rishikonda Beach is thus rightly named as the 'Jewel of the East Coast', owing to its essential and intact beauty. The serene golden sands of the beach are located in the bosom of the Rishikonda hill. 2.Kailasagiri   Located in the scenic locales of Vizag, Kailash Giri is a beautiful hilltop park perched at a height of 360 ft. Sprawling over 100 acres of lush green land area, the park is perched on a hilltop and it offers scenic panoramic vistas of the surroundings and the beach below. The highlight of the place are the magnificent 40 feet statues of Shiva and Parvati painted in white. 3.VUDA Park

   Famous Places In Araku 1.Ananthagiri At a distance of 26 km from Araku, 85 km from Vizag & 660 km from Hyderabad, Anantagiri is a lovely tiny hill station between  Vizag  and  Araku Valley . It is one of the top tourist places to visit in Araku Valley and is also among the top hill station in Andhra Pradesh apart from being a popular weekend getaway from Vizag city. 2.Chaparai Chaparai Waterfalls is a popular tourist attraction, with its endless streams that cut across big rock formations of Araku Valley. The area around the waterfalls has become a popular site for picnicking, owing to the presence of the beautiful stream flowing through wide rock formations. Smooth slanting rocks interrupt the stream, making a huge natural water slide. This waterfall is highly attractive and allures lots of tourists. This waterfall is one of the preferred locations for Telugu filmmakers. 3.Tribal Museum The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation established this museum in 1996. Araku Va

     4.Famous Places In Tirupati   1.Sri Venkateswara Temple Tirupati  is one of the Major cultural and religious pilgrimage spots in India. The city is located at the southern part of Andhra Pradesh and is situated at the foothills of the Eastern Ghats in the Chittor district. Although the major language spoken here is Telugu, the word Tirupati is a Tamil word as saint Ramanujacharya who was a Tamil Vaishnava saint was responsible for founding this city. The town is famous for its temple dedicated to ‘Balaji’, a form of Lord Vishnu. The temples foundation history is unknown and it was expanded over the centuries by various kingdoms and dynasties including the Chola, Pallava and the Vijaynagar Empire. The temple is one of the major pilgrimage spots in India and especially in the southern India. Apart from the temples, there are various other attractions like parks and zoos. Here are some of the major tourist attractions of Tirupati. 2.Talakona Waterfalls The impressive cascade is the h

    Famous Places In Nellore 1.Pulicat Lake The name ‘ Nellore ’ literally means ‘Paddy Place’ and is thus one of the primary agricultural cities in Andhra Pradesh. The vast paddy fields of Damaramadugu are one of the prime sources of rice in the state and in the country. The town is split in two by the Pennar River and is thus located at both the banks of the river. Towards the east of the city is the Bay of Bengal and thus Nellore is at a unique and strategic geographical location. The city has seen various ancient dynasties like the Mauryas, Chola, Pallava and Vijaynagar etc. Nellore is also famous for its ancient temples which are amazing owing to their stunning architecture and the cultural history associated with them. Nellore also has the Nelapattu bird sanctuary which is a great spot for the photography enthusiasts and professionals alike. The various lakes, temples, forts in the ancient agricultural town of Nellore are sure to keep you enchanted. Here are some important touris

   FAMOUS PLACES IN RAJAHMUNDRY 1.Godavari Boat Travels The city is known to be the cultural capital of Andhra Pradesh and is notable for its ancient Vedic culture. The city was said to have been founded by the Chalukyas in the 11th century. However it has been disputed by many historians and archeologists who claim that the town existed before the rule of the Chalukyas.  Rajahmundry  is also known to be the birth place of the Telugu language. The river Godavari is the major attraction in this town and various parks and ghats are located by its banks. The boat cruises on the river are also an activity that shouldn’t be missed. The town being an ancient one is also famous for its ancient Dravidian Hindu temples that are frequented by tourists from all around.   2.Papikondalu At a distance of 60 km from Rajahmundry, 180 km from Vijayawada, 20 km from Polavaram, 260 km from Vizag & 410 km from Hyderabad, Papi Kondalu is a breathtakingly beautiful hill range bounded by River Godavari i

  FAMOUS PLACES IN KURNOOL    1. Belum Caves Kurnool  is known for being the erstwhile capital of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The town is one of the oldest cities and based on the rock paintings of Ketavaram, the town has seen humans since the Paleolithic era. The ancient caves and fort ruins in Kurnool date back pretty far in history and are a marvel to behold. The town is surrounded by the parallel running mountain ranges from north to south. The various temples and pilgrimage sites in this ancient town are not only significant when it comes to their cultural history but are also important architectural heritage of the city. The Rollapadu Bird Sanctuary is one of the prime reasons one must visit this town as it is a great place for both nature lovers and the shutterbugs. 2.Kurnool Fort Konda Reddy Fort , also known as  Kondareddy Buruju  is a fort situated in the city of  Kurnool  in  Andhra Pradesh ,  India . At a distance of 2 km from Kurnool Railway Station and 24 km from Alampur