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High Season : Oct - Mar

19 - 25℃

Low Season : Apr - Sep

25 - 36℃

Nearest Airport -VTZ

Visakhapatnam

Nearest Train Stations -VSKP

Visakhapatnam

History

According to history, the name of Vishakhapatnam comes from the god "ValorVishakha". It is part of the Kalinga Kingdom, under the rule of Ashoka in 260 BC. C. It was passed to King Andhra of "Vengi". After that, Palava, Chora, and Ganges ruled the city. In the 15th century, Vishakhapatnam became part of the Vijayanagar Empire. Vishakhapatnam (or "Vizag"), known as the "jewel of the east coast", is a paradise for tourists.

Facts & Culture

Known as the "Pearl of the East Coast", it has changed over the past 100 years and has been completely renewed. Visakhapatnam (or "Vizag") is a paradise for tourists, offering the essence of the ancient and modern world. It has one of the oldest ports in India. Vizag has a rich culture and ancient heritage and is one of the most popular destinations for nature lovers, environmental enthusiasts, animal lovers, and pilgrims.

The city of Vizag offers visitors countless choices such as Rushikonda Beach, Gangavaram Beach, Yarada Beach, Bora Caves at Bheemli Beach, Kailasagiri, Indira Gandhi Zoo, Simhachalam Temple, Underwater Museum, and Erra Matti. Dibalu. For lovers of hill stations, Araku Valley is the ideal place for Vizag. Ram Krishna Beach, also known as RK Beach, is about 5 kilometers from the city center and is a favorite picnic spot for tourists. Other attractions around this beach include the Underwater Museum, the Visakha Museum, the Aquarium, and the Kali Temple. The state holds many festivals to showcase the culture of the region and the city. Chandanotsavam is called Chandana Yatra and it is one of the famous festivals in Visakhapatnam. There are many sites related to Buddhism around this city. Lumbini Festival is one of the most popular festivals in Visakhapatnam. The Visakhapatnam Festival is one of the most famous cultural festivals in the city.