Visakhapatnam is a port city and industrial center in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the Bay of Bengal. It’s known for its many beaches, including Ramakrishna Beach, home to a preserved submarine at the Kursura Submarine Museum. Nearby are the elaborate Kali Temple and the Visakha Museum, an old Dutch bungalow housing local maritime and historical exhibits.
Palm-lined Yarada Beach lies to the south, while sandy Rushikonda Beach is to the north. Connected to the seafront by a cable car, Kailasagiri Hill offers panoramic views of the city and the Dolphin’s Nose headland, plus rides on a mini train encircling the summit. The peak is topped by a giant Shiva Parvati statue. Outside the city center are the Simhachalam Temple, a 11th-century Hindu shrine, plus the Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary. Near the quiet beach of Bheemunipatnam are a ruined Dutch fort and cemetery. Farther northwest are the Borra Caves, a limestone labyrinth in the Eastern Ghats mountains, and the Katika Waterfalls.
Araku Valley is a hill station and valley region in the southeastern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It’s surrounded by the thick forests of the Eastern Ghats mountain range. The Tribal Museum is dedicated to the area’s numerous indigenous tribes, known for their traditional Dhimsa dance, and showcases traditional handicrafts. A miniature train runs through Padmapuram Gardens, with its sculptures and tree-top huts.
