Nearby Attractions in Visakhapatnam

Nearby Attractions in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam has many nearby attractions and the most popular among the tourists are its sandy beaches. These virgin beaches are uncrowded and captivate the hearts of the tourists. Apart from these beaches, there are memorials and museums, hills and valleys located in the city that are worth visiting. Many Buddhist monuments are seen nearer to this city. The rock cut caves near Visakhapatnam attract tourists. The solitude and the peace on the nature’s abode are best felt than said.

Last Updated: 22/08/2012

• Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :25 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 27 m

  Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over an area of 70 square kilometers and is full of evergreen forests and meadows. It is located on the outskirts of the city and has many rare species of plants and animals. It was declared as the natural reserve forest and a wildlife sanctuary on 13th Septem...

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• Victory at Sea War Memorial

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :8 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 13 m

  Victory at Sea is a war memorial that stands majestically at Ramakrishna Beach. It is a tower like structure with concrete walls and resembles the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate in New Delhi. It was built in the year 1996 by the Eastern Naval Command in the memory of the achievements of the Indian N...

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• VUDA Park

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :12 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 17 m

  VUDA Park is one of the important parks of the state and is named after the former Chief Minister Taraka Rama and so is also called Taraka Rama Park. There are many fun filled rides in the park that will amuse everyone. The horse riding, skating, camel riding and boating are some of the attractions ...

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• Lawson's Bay Beach

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :19 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 24 m

  Lawson’s Bay Beach is also known as Pedawaltair Beach and is noted for its lush greenery beside the golden sands. It is located on the way to Kailasagiri and the calm waves would tempt people to swim. The stunning natural beauty and the serene atmosphere are the pulling features and you can se...

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• Simhachalam

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :16 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 22 m

  Simhachalam is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. IT is one of the 18 Narasimha Kshetras and is the second richest temple in India after Tirupati. This temple faces west and is believed to bring victory. The hilltop road offers a beautiful sight of the pictur...

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• Appikonda

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :18 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 29 m

  Appikonda is also known as Kapilakonda as the idol of Somalingeswara Swamy here is believed to be installed by Kapila Mahamuni. It is a highly revered shrine in the state and bears inscriptions belonging to 12th century. The colossal Nandi that was carved out of single black stone is one of the majo...

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• Light House

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :15 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 17 m

  The Light House at Visakhapatnam was built to warn the cargo ships during troubled sea conditions. It is at present one of the important landmarks of the city and the most enchanting structure of the tourists. The swirling beam of the light house in the moonlit sea is sure to instill the romantic sp...

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• Tenneti Park

  Visakhapatnam

  Distance from Visakhapatnam :22 km;

  Time to Reach from Visakhapatnam :0h, 28 m

  Tenneti Park is one of the amazing places in Visakhapatnam and is a good feast for eyes with its coasts, mountains and vast blue sea. It is located on the Vizag-Bheemili road and as you go to the other side of the mountain you will see a heavenly sight that will arrest your vision. This is a must be...

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