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Imagine .. ,The mammoth task undertaken to shift the archaeological treasures and preserve them at another location is reminiscent of the famous Abu Simble operation carried out in Egypt .

Golden beaches that stretch as far as your imagination, green hills rising high on the other side, a city thriving on modern industry and commerce in the midst. Add to the scenario a generous mix of ancient Buddhist heritage, geological

wonders, famous temples, inviting culture and mesmerizing arts & crafts. Visakhapatnam will better your imagination with all of these and more. It is a city keeping pace with the times, even while preserving its rich past. It is a city painted with industrial revolution, even as it retains its colours of nature. Welcome to one of the most beautiful imprints of civilization on the Indian soil - Vizag.

.:. Kailasagiri Hill :· Lawson's Bay·:· VUDA Park .:. Indita Gandhi Zoological Park .:. Rishikonda .:. Mudasarlova ·:·Bhimunipatnam .:. Etikoppaka .:. Simhachalam .:. Appikonda .:. Panchadharala .:. Anantagiri v Borra Caves .:. Tyda .:. Araku Valley and Kondakarla Buddhist Sites: ·:··Sankaram .:. Bavikonda .:. Thotlakonda .:. Pavuralakonda .:. Gopalapatnam.

Visakhapatnam

The second largest city of Andhra Pradesh and one of the fastest growing cities in Asia . Once a small fishing village, the city today is a busy port endowed with a natural harbour. A number of major industries, ship building yard, a mega oil refinery, a massive steel and power plants make Vizag one of the modern faces of India . However, all the industrial progress of Vizag has taken place in the midst of the awe-inspiring Eastern Ghats on one side and the blue waters of Bay of Bengal on the other, giving the city a magical touch.

Rishikonda

Just 8 km from Vi zag, Rishikonda beach is a picture perfect setting with golden sands, surf, sea and hill cottages overlooking the grand vista. For lovers of swimming and water sports like skiing and wJnd surfing, Rishikonda is an ideal destination. At the end of a gruelling session, one can always chill out at the bar cum restaurant attached to the cottages.