Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam is the executive capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh and is also known as Vizag, Visakha, and Walter. Also, it’s known as ‘The Goa of the East. Visakhapatnam has also spread its dominance under various names such as Jewel on the Coramandel Coast, Steel city, and the City of Destiny. It is the largest and most populous city in Andhra Pradesh. This magnificent city is located between the Bay of Bengal and the Eastern Ghats, which is the 3rd largest city on the East Coast of India after Chennai and Kolkata and the fourth largest city in South India. It is one of the four cities selected under the Andhra Pradesh Smart Cities Mission.

Although It is an industrial city, it has been attracting tourists unimaginably. Its sandy beaches, scenic parks, Buddhist relics, and landscapes around the Araku Valley have been instrumental in attracting tourists. It also attracts tourists with its cloth stores, jewelry shops, handicrafts, books, pubs, and shopping malls. However, everyone knows Visakhapatnam as a beach town. But there are numerous tourist attractions here, which can be a paradise for visitors

How to reach

By Air: Visakhapatnam is very well-networked with the major cities of India and various international countries by air. Visakhapatnam has it’s own international airport and it’s around 8 km from the city centre. From here a number of reputed domestic and foreign carriers conduct their services. Air India, SpiceJet, IndiGo, Air Costa and Jet Airways provide regular flights for Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Tirupati, Hyderabad and Kolkata. There are also two airline providers, Malindo and Silkair, from Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Taxi and cabs are available from the airport.

By Train: Visakhapatnam has it’s own railway station and it’s called ‘Visakhapatnam Junction’. It’s just about 12 km away from the city centre. This railway junction is well-connected to many other major cities of India like New Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata etc. Janmbhoomi Express, Samta Express, Konark Express, East Coast Express, Prasanthi Express are some of the best trains for Visakhapatnam. Buses and taxis are available from the railway station, so you can easily reach your preferred destinations.

By Road: Visakhapatnam is very well-connected to many small towns and cities by road. Several state and private buses are available from different cities like Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Kolkata, Vijayawada and Puri. Super deluxe, A/C, non-A/C, sleeper buses are also available.