Araku valley hill station

Araku Valley is a famous hill station in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It belongs to the district of Visakhapatnam and this place is located about 111 km west of the city of Visakhapatnam. This famous hill station is also known as the “Ooty of Andhra”. Located at an altitude of about 911 meters above sea level, this Valley is a must-visit destination for travelers. The main attraction of this valley is the indigenous people and the tribal museum. This museum depicts the handicrafts of the tribes and the way of life of the tribals. The tribal dance, known as the “Ahimsa Dance” of the indigenous people in colorful costumes, is a must-see event for visitors to Araku.

Attraction

This Valley attracts domestic and foreign adventure-loving tourists. The Canada and Dumriguda waterfalls here are a paradise for tourists. It is also a famous trekking spot. A place of boundless natural beauty, the Valley is a must-visit place for every nature lover. If you want to enjoy the scenic beauty, waterfalls, tribal culture, and green forests of this Valley, then you’ve to visit this place.

The famous and demanding dish of This Valley is their traditional – “Bamboo Chicken”, locally known as “Bongulo Chicken”. Preserving the existence and heritage of the tribes here, this recipe is cooked by adding tender and juicy chicken on the bamboo stalks with a kind of spices. This recipe for bamboo and chicken is very delicious.

History

In 1998 coffee was introduced in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh by the British in Pamulern Valley in the East Godavari district. In the early 19th century it spread over to Araku valley and after independence, the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department developed coffee plantations in the valley.

Inside/Outside Views

Araku valley lady

The famous dish of This Valley is their traditional – “Bamboo Chicken”, locally known as “Bongulo Chicken”. Preserving the existence and heritage of the tribes here, this recipe is cooked by adding tender and juicy chicken on the bamboo stalks with a kind of spices. This recipe for bamboo and chicken is very delicious.

The views of this place are so beautiful that you cannot leave this place.

Things To Do In this Valley:

Trekking
Boating
Fishing

Road Trips
Train Journey
Photoshoot

Shot Films or Cinema Shootings
Shopping
Taste the delicious bamboo chicken

How to Reach

This is a famous hill station, located about 114 km from Visakhapatnam. The best way to reach this Valley from Visakhapatnam is by roadway and train. Considering the budget, it is better to travel by road to enjoy the waterfall, the beauty of the green valley, hillsides, tunnel, etc.

By Road: The easiest way to get to the Araku Valley from Visakhapatnam is by bus. You can easily get private and state bus services from Visakhapatnam. You will also find many taxis or cabs at lower charges than private vehicles. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery, waterfalls, tunnel, s, and hillsides of this Valley. It can take approximately three and a half hours to reach this Valley.

By Train: Araku has its railway station, which is about 116 km from Visakhapatnam. From Araku Railway Station you can easily find several accessible buses to various tourist destinations near Araku. It may take about three and a half hours to reach Araku from Visakhapatnam railway station.

FAQ

Que-01: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes it’s safe to visit this place.

Que-02: Is photography allowed in this place?

Ans: Yes photography is allowed there and it’s free of cost.

Que-03: Why is Araku Valley famous?

Ans: Araku Valley is a famous hill station. It attracts tourists with its natural beauty.

Que-04: Which is the famous dish in this Valley?

Ans: Bamboo Chicken.

Que-05: What is the Valley known as?

Ans: This Valley is known as “Ooty Of Andhra”.

Que-06: What is the famous tribal dance in this Valley?

Ans: “Dhimsa Dance” of the indigenous people in colorful costumes.

Que-07: How many people live in this Valley?

Ans: About 57,000.

Que-08: what is the best time to visit this place?

Ans: The monsoon season is the best time to enjoy the beautiful nature and weather of Araku. You can enjoy a glimpse of the uninterrupted flow of the vast waterfalls in December and January as this season is considered the tourist season.