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East Godavari , the rice bowl of Andhra Pradesh, beckons tourists to have a glimpse of its rich cultural heritage. it is where holy Shlokas herald the dawn. where the chirping birds and gurgling streams invite you to the beautiful lakes, back waters, canals, coconut groves and wild life sanctuaries. where the lush paddy fields swaying in the breeze appear to dance in celebration to life.

Godavari Pushkaram is celebrated once every 12 years at Pushkara Tirtham, near Rajahmundry . Legend has it that when sage Gautama was doing penance on the Brahmagiri hill a severe famine occurred in the village. The sage by his divine power relieved the people of this famine. Since then these Pushkarams are being celebrated to commemorate the end of this serious famine. During the 12 days of Pushkaram, Pujas are performed after taking a dip in the river Godavari . In the year 2003 Godavari Pushkaram will be held from 30th July to 10th August.

Kotilingalarevu : This is a ferry point at Rajahmundry to cross the Godavari , with beautifully built steps and bathing ghats all along the riverbank. The Kotilingeshwara temple built in the 10th -11th centuries is another attraction here.

Pithapura : Located 20 Kms from Kakinada and 50 Kms from Rajahmundry , it is considered to be one of the 18 Shakthipithas in India . It is famous for the temples of Kukketeshwara Swamy, Kunthimadhava Swamy and Pukutika Devi, built here during the 10th century A.D.

Kotipalle : A holy pilgrim center for Shaivites, it is located 45 Kms from Kakinada near Draksharamam. According to a legend, king Indra was cursed by sage Gautama. To relieve himself of the curse he installed a Shivalinga and anointed it with water from one crore rivers. Hence thistemple is known as Kotililngeshwara temple. It is believed that a holy dip in the river Godavari relieves one from all sins.

Annavaram : Situated 32 Kms from Pithapuram, 51 Kms from Kakinada and 72 Kms from Rajahmundry , Annavaram is  famous for Lord Veera Venkata  Satya Narayana Swamy  temple, situated atop the Ratnagiri Hills on the banks of the river Pampa . One of the most popular temples in Andhra Pradesh, a unique Yantra based on Tripad Vibhuti Narayan Upanishad exists here. The shrine is constructed in two storeys,  the lower one containing the Yantra and upper one housing Vigrahas of the Lord.