Sep 10, 2008

Beaches in Andhra Pradesh. India

Some of the well known beaches in Andhra Pradesh, India are the Bheemunipatnam beach, Manginapudi beach, Ramakrishna Beach, Rishikonda beach and a number of other beaches.
Bheemunipatnam Beach: The Bheemunipatnam beach in Andhra Pradesh, India is famous for its unmatched natural beauty all across the Indian east coast. This beach is perfect for those who wish to go on beach holidays and beach tours to Andhra Pradesh, India as this beach is known to be safe for swimmers and for those who love sunbathing. This beach also has a luxury beach resort called Bheemli.
Manginapudi Beach: The Manginapudi beach in Andhra Pradesh, India is known for its scenic beauty and mesmerizing charm that it weaves around those who visit this perfect beach holiday picnic spot in Andhra Pradesh, India. Manginapudi is alos known for its historic importance.
Ramakrishna BeachThe Ramakrishna Beach and the Lawson's Bay in Andhra Pradesh, India is a lovely beach and is known for its natural beauty.
Rishikonda Beach: Rishikonda is a lovely beach holiday spot. The sandy stretches here are washed by the sun-warmed waves of the ocean. This golden beach is ideal for beach holidays and beach tours for you if you enjoy activities like water skiing, swimming, and wind surfing.
Mypad BeachThis lovely beach in Andhra Pradesh, India is known for its long stretches of sands that are richly endowed with lush green vegetation that make this place seem like the garden of Eden.
Vodarevu Beach: The Vodarevu beach in Andhra Pradesh, India is known for its tranquil waters and sandy stretches.

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Visiting Hill stations in Andhra Pradesh,India


Horsley Hills:
Horsley hills are one of the famous hill resorts of Andhra Pradesh. It is named after WD Horsley, who was the collector of Cuddapah district. Horsley chose this spot for his summer residence. It is situated at an altitude of 1,265 m, which makes this place delightfully cool, with a maximum summer temperature of 32°C, and minimum of 20°C. the shady slopes found in this are wooded with luxurious vegetation.Lushed With Natural BeautyThick verdure of various species of plants can be seen as one starts the journey to this wonderful place. Entire stretches of narrow roads are covered with the dense growth of Eucalyptus, Jacaranda, Allamanda, Gulmohar and many other species. Besides, there are also forest denizens like bears, wild dogs, jungle fowls, Sambar and Panthers. As one proceeds towards the hills one comes across the trees of Rita, Shikakai, Amla, Beedi, Bay leaves, Sandalwood, Red sanders, Mahogany and Bamboo. Chenchu tribes live here with their famous Pungannur cows, who eat less fodder but yield more milk. A 150-year-old Eucalyptus tree "Kalyani" is also an attraction at Horsley Hills. About 87-km away from the hillock is the Kaundinya wild life sanctuary.
How To Get There:
By Air:The nearby airports are Tirupati and Bangalore at a distance of 160-km and 165-km respectively. By Rail:The nearest railhead to Horsley Hills is Madanapalle Road, 13-km from Madanapalle and 43-km from Horsley Hills. By Road:APSRTC runs buses daily to this place from Madanapalle and Tirupati.
Stay: Bungalow & Guesthouses, A.P. Tourism's Governors' Bungalow, Forest Bungalow, P.W.D. inspection BangalowChittoor Society Guesthouse, Mount Pleasant, Cottages.
General Information:
Temperaturemaximum summer temperature of 32°C, and minimum of 20°C. Location144-km From Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh Altitude1,265m
Anantagiri:
Anantagiri is a breathtakingly beautiful resort sheltered in the lush undulating ranges of the Eastern Ghats. It is considered to be a perfect head off to get away from the blistering summer months. Ananthagiri is perched at an altitude where the panoramic vista unfolds stunning viewpoints. Driving through picturesque coffee plantations the road to Anantagiri with its ups and downs on the Ghat route is literally enveloped with mango groves, waterfalls that gush and flow into the ravines. The Eastern Ghats rail route on this stretch is one of the highest broad gauge tracks in the world.
How To Get There:
By Rail:
The nearest railhead is Srikakulam at a distance of 3-km.
By Road
APSRTC, State transport services are available. One can find buses running from Vishakhapatnam(60km) daily.
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Travel Adventure spots in Andhra pradesh,India.


Talakona:Features of Talakona are it is 76 Kms from Tirupati,it is Endowed with waterfalls, dense forests and wildlife.It is Accessible from Bangalore also.
How To Get There:
By Road: Get down at Tirupati and Bus access is there every hour to talakona, or book a bus with aptourism services.
By Rail: Reach Tirupati and take aptourism bus or a cab.
By Air: Reach Ranigunta airport and take aptourism bus or a cab.
Facilities:

8 aptourism cottages are available,and tree top wodden cottage plus restaurant.Enjoy Proposed base for trekking, camping and rappelling

Araku Valley:

Araku Valley, 115-km from Vishakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh is close to the Orissa State, border.This is a very adventure place with hills and valleys. This place lures people with pleasant weather, hills and valleys. The natural beauty of this valley comes alive with its rich landscape. The area of the valley is roughly 36-km and the altitude is between 600 and 900m above the sea level.The journey to this place on the Ghat road with thick forests on either side is in itself interesting and pleasant. One can have a wonderful trekking trip. 46 tunnels and bridges will greet you on the way. The Ananthagiri hills on the way to Araku Valley are famous for coffee plantations. Borra Caves located 29-km from Araku Valley, are one of the famous nearby tourist attraction.
How To Get There:
By AirThe nearest airport is Vishakhapatnam at a distance of 112-km.
By RailAraku has a railhead.
By Road
Bus service is available from Vishakhapatnam. A.P Tourism also conducts excursion trip from Vishakhapatnam everyday
Places To Stay:
Cottages & Guesthouses, Cottages and R & B guesthouseA.P Tourism's Mayuri complex.
Many other placess are there to have adventures. places like
Horsely hills and Borra caves.I Have covered them seperatly in Hill Stations and Old Caves

Caves in Andhra pradesh

Caves In Andhra Pradesh
Belum Caves, Belum

Originally discovered in 1854 by H.B.Foote, these subturanean passages were explored by the Department of archealogy and Museums, followed by team of European spalelogist led by Mr Gebaner.
How to Reach This PlaceRoad : Belum is located 106 kms from Kurnool. Rail : Belum is 106 kms from Kurnool Railwaystation.Air : Hyderabad Airport.

Borra Caves, Kirinrandal
Borra Caves are located at distance of 90 km from Visakhapatnam. They are spread over the Eastern Ghats and occupy an area of 2 square kilometers. The one-million-year-old Borra Caves are the second largest natural caves in Indian Sub-continent.
How to Reach This PlaceRoad : 90 km from vishakapatnam and on the way to Araku Valley.Rail : 90 km from vishakapatnam

Guthikonda Caves, Guthikonda
close to Karampudi, 38 Kms from Narasaraopet Guthikonda caves are located amidst dense forest. The environment here is serene. The subterra mean passage (Bilam/Cave) at Guthikonda yielded an antinnae.
Road : Guthikonda is located 38 kms from Narasaraopet. It is well connected by Road.Rail : Guthikonda is 38 kms from Narasaraopet Railwaystation.Air : Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam and Airports.

Mogolrajapuram Caves, Vijayawada
These caves are datable to 5th Century AD. The idols of Lord Nataraja, Vinayaka and Arthanareeswara are carved here.
By Road and Rail: Visit In Vijayawada.

Undavalli Caves, Undavalli
The Undavalli caves, in the village of Undavalli, are at a distance of and nearly The high hill overlooking the Krishna river hosts fine specimens of rock cut architectural of the Buddhists.
Road and Rail: Undavalli is 8-km from Vijayawada. Buses and taxis are available from Vijayawada

Yaganti Caves, Yaganti
The natural caves at Yaganti such as Rokalla cave, Venkateswara cave, Sanka cave, and Veera Brahmam caves add beauty and serenity to this holy place. Potuluri Veera Brahmam has written his monumental work Kalagnanam in this cave only.
Road : Yaganti is situated at a distance of 13 kms. from Banaganapalle and 100 kms. from Kurnool.
Rail: Reach Kurnool Railway station.