This is one of the popular sites for trekking near Chennai and also among ideal weekend getaways around Chennai for a two day trip.Sri Vedanarayana temple is grand shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is said to have been built by Krishna Devaraya of Vijayanagar Empire in remembrance of his mother Nagala Devi, after whom the town is named. Yanam Yanam is situated on the eastern coast of India, in the district of East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. It is a seasonal waterfalls and one of the must visit places in Maredumilli as part of Vizag tour packages.Amruthadhara is formed over a seasonal stream amidst forest and steep rocks. It is one of the prime Tourist places in Tirupati town.Chandragiri near Tirupati is famous for the historical fort, built in the 11th century. Popular temples in this region are Ramappa Temple, Thousand Pillar Temple, Yadagirigutta, Sri Raja Rajeshwara Temple, Birla Temple and Bhadrachalam Temple. It was earlier known as Kandenavolu, as it was a transit place on the southern banks of the Tungabhadra River and acted as a greasing place for the carts. Sri Someswara Temple - Bhimavaram (Near Rajahmundry), Sri Someswara Temple - Bhimavaram Attractions, 60. Also there are many tourist companies that provide camping sites and also good packages to have best forest experience. This is probably the only place where Lord Shiva is worshipped in an idol form instead ..... At a distance of 49 km from Bakarapet, 64 km from Tirupati, 120 km from Horsley Hills, 192 km from Chennai, 241 km from Bangalore and 89 km from Chittoor, Talakona Falls are situated in Sri Venkateswara National Park near Nerabailu Village of Yerravari Mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh. Communication could be one of the barriers when travelling to Telangana. Konda Reddy Buruju / Konda Reddy Fort (Near Kurnool), Konda Reddy Buruju / Konda Reddy Fort Attractions, 30. kms, over Kadapa and Chittoor districts of Andhra Pradesh. Apart from this, there are many famous temples here such as Bhadrachalam and Mahabalipuram Temples; of which the Mahabalipuram temple is also called the Shore Temple owing to it's proximity to the beach. There is a walkway built ..... At a distance of 4 km from Tadipatri Railway Station, 58 km from Anantapur, 107 km from Kadapa, 357 km from Hyderabad, 413 km from Vijayawada and 269 km Bangalore, Bugga Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple is located on the banks of Penna River at Tadipatri in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. Map of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana with state capital, district head quarters, taluk head quarters, boundaries, national highways, railway lines and other roads. The height of the temple is 120 ft with 9 floors constructed during the reign of Chalukya Bheema in 9th century. These tanks were converted into Owk Reservoir by raising its bund to 220 feet height. The color of the linga is believed to change according to the Lunar rays. So, here I am giving some most beautiful tourist places in Andhra Pradesh. Spread across an area of 1,14,800 square kilometres, Telangana shares borders with Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh to the north and north-west, Karnataka to the west and Andhra Pradesh in the southern and eastern side. Now, the reservoir has internal area of more than 1000 acres and it is main source of irrigation in Rayalaseema region and also providing drinking water facility to nearby villages and towns. The ..... At a distance of 7 km from Borra Caves, 39 km from Araku, 90 km from Vizag & 665 km from Hyderabad, Katiki or Katika Waterfall is magnificent waterfall situated near Borra Caves in Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh. Also known as Jungle Bells, the nature camp has facilities for rock climbing, trekking, bird watching and target shooting with bow & arrows. Thajangi ..... At a distance of 2 kms from Kurnool Railway Station & 24 kms from Alampur, Konda Reddy Buruju, also known as Konda Reddy Fort, is an imposing structure situated in the heart of Kurnool City.The construction of the fort dates back to 12th century when the city of Kurnool was used as a base for halting before crossing Tungabhadra River. According to legend, the temple has been established at the site, where sage Parasurama lived and performed meditation.The architecture of the temple shows a mixture of Chalukyan, Chola and Vijayanagar ..... At a distance of 17 km from Kakinada, 42 km from Rajahmundry, 65 Kms from Annavaram, 197 km from Vijayawada, 198 km from Vizag & 466 Kms from Hyderabad, Draksharamam is famous for one of the pancharama temples called Draksharama Bheemeshwara Swamy temple. Neelikundilu (indigo wells) are still found in the west of Yanam. At a distance of about 3 km from Padmapuram Gardens and 6 km from Araku Bus station, Araku Waterfalls, also known as Ranajilleda falls is lovely and little known waterfalls situated near Ranajilleda Village near Araku. Eluru is connected by frequent buses from Vijayawada ..... At a distance of 60 km Nagajuna Sagar, 30 Kms from Srisailam and 173 km from Hyderabad, the Nagarjuna Sagar - Srisailam Sanctuary (or Srisailam Sanctuary) is the largest tiger reserve in the country, spread across 3568 Sq. Maredumilli is a place of wildlife, nature and of tribal people. This riveting seashore also has a beautiful well maintained park that adds to its beauty. Even after partition, the geographical beauty of Andhra Pradesh has not declined, although many hill destinations have now come under the Telangana province. It is one of the historical forts in Andhra Pradesh and among the famous Amaravati Tourist Places.Kondaveedu Fort was constructed during the time of Telugu Chodas, strengthened by Kakatiyas and occupied by Prolaya Vema Reddy who shifted his capital from Addanki to Kondaveedu in 1323 AD. SUVs or vehicles with high ground clearance are best suited to reach the trekking ..... At a distance of 24 km from Vijayawada Railway Station & 262 km from Hyderabad, Kondapalli Fort, also known as Kondapalli Kota, is located at Kondapalli Village in the Krishna district close to Vijayawada. Every curve along lake presents a different view of the scenery. Hemavathi was the capital of Pallavas between 8th and 10th century AD. Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary (Near Kurnool), 38. Situated just beside the Railway Station, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.This place was known as Purva Chalukya Bhimavaram as the Eastern Chalukyans ruled this place. As a tourist, one may want to explore places with rich history; high spiritual definition; profuse natural splendors and remarkable culture and trust us Andhra Pradesh offer just that! It is the most visited place for a large number of tourists and travelers from all walks of life. The tourist places in India attract the heart of every tourist. The basement of the walls, bastions and gateways in the ..... At a distance of 2.5 km from Pithapuram Railway Station, 12 km from Samarlakota, 16 km from Kakinada, 61 km from Rajahmundry, 31 km from Annavaram, 208 km from Vijayawada and 152 km from Vizag, Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy temple is an ancient Siva temple in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. Tadimada Waterfalls / Anantagiri Waterfalls (Near Araku Valley), Tadimada Waterfalls / Anantagiri Waterfalls Attractions, 59. This place was gifted to British by Nizam for the maintenance and became part of ..... At a distance of 36 km from Araku, 88 km from Vizag & 662 km from Hyderabad, Borra Caves are one million year-old limestone caves and the deepest caves in the country. ..... At a distance of 8 km from Chirala, 28 km from Suryalanka Beach, 103 km from Vijayawada and 72 km from Guntur, Vodarevu Beach is located on the coastline of Bay of Bengal. It is said that Bhagavan Dattatreya and his other incarnations are believed to have been dwelling at this place. A trip to the beautiful hill stations of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana away from the hustle and bustle of daily lives is a refreshing and entertaining experience. There are many temples around this fort which possess wonderful architecture. At a distance of 22 km from Tirupati, 87 km from Chittoor, 435 km from Vijayawada, 574 km from Hyderabad, 785 km from Vizag, 155 km from Chennai and 271 km from Bangalore, Tirumala, located in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, is one of the most famous pilgrimage centers in India and also one of the top places to experince Andhra Pradesh tourism. Followers of the saint consider him to be an incarnation of Bhakta Prahallada, ..... At a distance of 85 km from Rajahmundry, 112 km from Kakinada, 118 km from Bhadrachalam, 233 km from Khammam, 241 km from Vizag, 245 km from Vijayawada and 432 km from Hyderabad, Maredumilli is a village situated on Bhadrachalam - Rajahmundry highway in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. The main entrance gate is known as the Dargah Darwaza, which has ..... At a distance of 15 km from Tirumala and spread around Tirumala Hills, Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of 353 Sq. Kalyana Mahotsam ..... At a distance of 23 km from Kurnool, 53 km from Nandyal, 45 km from Alampur, 56 km from Yaganti, 70 km from Mahanandi & 237 km from Hyderabad, Orvakal Rock Garden (also known as Orvakallu) is a wonderful site with abundant natural beauty of rock formations. Haritha Beach Resort run by AP Tourism provides accommodation here. The fort was briefly occupied by Maratha forced under the command of Morari Rao. The falls is about 1-2 km away from the main road between Anantagiri and Araku Valley (after about 1.5 km from Anantagiri). Also known as Mothugudem Falls, it is one of the popular places to visit near Maredumilli.Locally known as Thadikevagu Falls, the waterfall is nestled in the Lakkavaram forest range of Bhadrachalam. She used to heal tribal people on the hills. It has to be reached by 20-30 minutes trek (one way) through lush forest and upwards to mountain top from the nearest motorable road. This place is also called as Nava Narasimha Kshetra since Lord Narasimha is worshipped ..... At a distance of 37 km from Guntur, 273 km from Hyderabad, 354 km from Vizag, 453 km from Chennai and 643 km from Bangalore, Vijayawada, also known as Bezawada, is the second largest city in Andhra Pradesh State and also one of the top Places to visit in Andhra Pradesh. This was once the principal port town in the Krishna Delta, but now little can be seen of this port town's mercantile past. ... TSRTC operated buses ply on regular basis from all major places in Telangana. The Fort was also used as a business centre. Katiki / Katika Waterfalls (Near Araku Valley), 50. Often referred to as Andhra Ooty, it is one of the most famous places to experince Andhra Pradesh tourism and is one of the top attractions you must include in Vizag tour packages. This is a 15th Century town that was created by the Vijayanagar Kings. Find what to do today, this weekend or in January. The Vodarevu Beach provides adventure in the form of exciting water-sports, swimming and fishing. After ..... At a distance of 95 km from Rajahmundry, 111 km from Kakinada, 15 Kms from Narasapur, 35 km from Palakollu, 171 km from Vijayawada & 430 Kms from Hyderabad, Antharvedi is the place where Godavari confluences with Bay of Bengal. It is about 92 km from Araku Valley, and 115 km from Vishakhapatnam.Fondly called the 'Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh', the little hamlet of Lambasingi is situated at an altitude of 1025 m in the beautiful and lushly forested Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh. This temple is considered as sacred as the famous Sri Venakteswara Temple of Tirumala.Lord Vishnu is presiding deity here in the form of Sri Venkateswara Swamy. The city is located beautifully among the hills of the Eastern Ghats with facing towards the Bay of Bengal. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana tourism are the one of famous place located in south India with many tourist places which make people joy and wonderful by seeing them. It is believed that the place was visited by Lord Rama and goddess Sita during their exile. Pithapuram which was earlier known as Pithikapuram is one of the Ashta Dasha (Eighteen) Shakthi Peethas.Kukkuteswara Swamy temple is the most famous temple of Lord Shiva at Pithapuram. The name Dumukurallu waterfalls came into prominence because of its sound resembling the fall of stones from above.The falls is formed by the Kaigal stream which is one of the two streams flowing through Koundinya Wildlife Sanctuary. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva in the form of Ramalingeswara Swamy.The temple got this name by a perennial underground stream from which water always keeps flowing (Bugga in Telugu) into the sanctum sanctorum at the spot where the Lingam is consecrated. Handful people can speak and understand English. The self-manifested idol of Sri Venkateswara Swamy was unearthed by a saint named Dwaraka and hence, the temple is called Dwaraka Tirumala. Other shrines inside the cave are dedicated to Trimurti- Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Amruthadhara Falls (Near Maredumilli), 83. Here's our list of top tourist places to visit in Andhra Pradesh . Mannanur (104 Kms from Mahbubnagar towards Srisailam), Kandla Kunta (30 Kms from Macherla & 60 Kms from Sagar towards Srisailam), Vatwarla Palle (30 Kms from Srisailm towards Mahbubnagar) are different gateways into the sanctuary.The Forest department organized a Jeep Safari in the forest (to Farahabad Viewpoint) from the entry point on Hyderabad to ..... At a distance of 83 Kms from Vijayawada, 11 Kms from Machilipatnam & 351 Kms from Hyderabad, the Manginapudi Beach is scenic beach on Bay of Bengal. The lovely Rishikonda Beach here with golden sands and vast stretch of water is considered the best beach in Vizag. Boating facility is available. The beach is famous for several water sports like snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming and water-skiing. The deepest point of caves is at 120 feet from entrance level. Kms. For the nature lovers there are places like Araku valley and Horsley. After India's independence, the States Reorganization Commission was established in 1953 under which leaders of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh decided that both states will be merged and function as one state, Andhra Pradesh. After this, a small Shiva temple was built right outside this cave.The caves are filled with fascinating stalagmite and stalactite ..... At a distance of 10 km from Kakinada Town Railway Station, 66 from Rajahmundry and 37 from Annavaram, Uppada Beach is located on Uppada Road and it offers a relaxed and rejuvenating ambience to enjoy the sun kissed sand and water. Krishna Deva Raya, the Vijayanagara Emperor visited this temple in the year 1516, as seen from inscriptions here. Tirumala, the home of Lord Venkateswara is at a distance of 22 km from Tirupati. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this dance form finds its roots in the rule of Kakatiya dynasty. Kolleru Lake & Sanctuary (Near Vijayawada), 64. The Suryalanka Beach overlooks the crystal blue waters of the Bay of Bengal.This beach is quite safe for swimming and sunbathing is another popular activity. The hill acquired the name Bavikonda due to the existence of wells on the hill to collect rain water for drinking purpose. The ‘Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh’, Lambasingi is an interesting village in Chintapalli Mandal in the forested Araku Valley at a rise of 1025 m. The modest town is known for its enchanting valleys, apple plantations and the view of the abutting valleys. Srikalahasti is famous for Srikalahasteeswara Temple (referred as Srikalahasti Temple) built in 10th century. 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