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High Season : Oct - Mar

15 - 20℃

Low Season : Apr - Sep

20 - 41℃

Nearest Airport -RJA

Rajahmundry

Nearest Train Stations -COA

Kakinada

History

The metropolis was dominated by King Satavahana till 260 BC. C., below the authority of King Ashoka. Subsequently, he got encouraged by the Pallavas, Chalukyas, Cholas, Korukonda Reddies, and Kondaveeti Gajapathies. The Zamindari of Pithapuram, along with Kakinada and its surrounding areas was regarded in the course of the Nawab's rule. At that point, it becomes known as Kakanandawada. The Dutch first settled right here and called it Cocanada. In 1753, while Nizam dominated the north, the French arrived.

The British defeated the French in 1758 and left their mark on the way of life and structure of the metropolis. Administratively, the vicinity is known as Godavari District and was reorganized in 1904 and 1925. The region was named East Godavari, with Kakinada as its district headquarters. In politics, Kakinada performed its function withinside the freedom movement. Kakinada, additionally referred to as Cocanada, is a metropolis withinside the jap nation of Andhra Pradesh in southern India. It is positioned at the coast of the Bay of Bengal, about 30 miles (50 kilometers) east of Rajahmundry.

Facts & Culture

Kakinada is a seaport, and a barrier island to the east protects its port, however, it's hardly ever used now due to the fact the anchorage is five or six miles from the coast. This is an area with wealthy traditions, breathtaking natural beauty, historic significance, and an area of pilgrimage. From stunning seashores and hills to beautiful landscapes and lazy rivers, Kakinada has a lot for nature lovers. Additionally, it has the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, the Kakinada Beach later named NTR Beach is a great region for seaside lovers. Kakinada Beach Festival (additionally called Sagara Sambaralu) is a song pageant held in Kakinada. This is a three-day occasion with many artists performing. The highlights of the four-day occasion are the actors and visitors from the Telugu movie industry.

The water sports activities are also a unique attraction in the city. Kakinada may be without difficulty recognized through its precise Eastern Godavari accent. The people here are hospitable, courteous, and polite. East Godavari is understood for its conventional Andhra cuisine, and Kakinada isn't any exceptional with the scrumptious kimchi crafted from uncooked mangoes as its specialty.

Places to See

Draksharama Bheemeshwara Swamy Temple

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The East Chalukyan ruler built this temple in the 9th century. Sri Manikyamba, one of the Shakti Peethas, is located in the temple. Among the temple's offerings is a Shiva Linga that is illuminated by

06:00 - 12:00 & 15:00 - 20:00
Draksharamam
Wheelchair Accessible - No
Toilet- No

Samarlakota

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Samalkota is very famous for Pancharama Sri Kumararama Bheemeshwara Swamy temple. Situated just beside the Railway Station, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.This place was known as Purva Chaluky

06:00 - 12:00 & 16:00 - 20:00
Samarlakota, Kakinada
Wheelchair Accessible - No
Toilet- No

Puruhutika Devi / Kukkuteswara Temple - Pithapuram

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ri Kukkuteswara Swamy temple is an ancient Siva temple in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. Pithapuram which was earlier known as Pithikapuram is one of the Ashta Dasha (Eighteen) Shakthi Peet

05:30 - 12:30 & 16:30 - 19:00
Pithapuram, Kakinada
Wheelchair Accessible - No
Toilet- No

Uppada Beach

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Uppada Beach is located on Uppada Road and it offers a relaxed and rejuvenating ambience to enjoy the sun kissed sand and water. The wide shore is a major attraction of this beach. The clear water, th