VISAKHAPATNAM

Visakhapatnam or Vizag is filled with amazing tourist places and INS Kursura is one of them. It is a submarine museum that was established at Rama Krishna Beach. INR Kursura was originally a submarine made by the Russians back in 1969 which reached Vishakhapatnam in 1970 through the Baltic Sea and served the Indian Navy. Moreover, the INS Kursura submarine museum is the very first submarine which got turned into a museum in the Asian continent and second in the world. You can witness parts of the submarine-like control room, radar room, sonar room, and also the weapons that were used during the war. Also, see the artifacts, written scripts and photographs display its evolution. Visit this museum between 2 pm - 8.30 pm from Tuesday to Saturday and from 10 am to 12.30 pm and 2 pm to 8.30 pm on Sunday except Monday (closed). The entry fees are as follows - Adults - INR 40 , Children (Below 12 years) - INR 20, Still Camera - INR 50, Video Camera - INR 200

This beach has derived its name from the Ramakrishna Mission ashram located near this beach. The blue waters, serene atmosphere and scenic views are perfect to spend your day here. The sunset here will relax your mind and is truly a mesmerizing sight. There are a lot of people enjoying the views with their family and friends. Not only tourists but locals also can be seen spending some quality time here at the beach. You can try various popular activities here like surging, swimming, sunbathing, beach volleyball and more. Camel ride is also available on Rama Krishna Beach. Fish boating is also organized by local fishers to enjoy the gorgeous sunset. Visit the beach between 5 am to 12 am with no entry free. However, INR 50 is charged for a boat ride per person.

This place is a Hindu Sanctuary that is built on the Simhachalam slope. It is about 800 m above the sea level made at a division of ten miles north of Visakhapatnam. Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu who is worshipped as Varaha Narsimha. The sanctuary is categorized into 32 sections where Vishnu displayed its specific shape with a hog head, human body, and a lion’s tail. The symbol of Varaha Narsimnha is made with sandalwood glue which flows and looks like Shiva Lingam.

One of the prime attractions of Visakhapatnam, Kailasagiri is a famous spot for picnics and spending quality time with your loved ones. Kailasagiri covers an area of 100 acres on top of a hill and provides magnificent views from there. Moreover, you will love the well-maintained and scenic park bustling with tourists enjoying the calmness of this place. Here, witness the 40 feet tall Lord Shiva and Parvathi statue. Experience a ropeway along with breathtaking views of the city and enjoy every bit of it. There are a lot of things to see in and around Kailasagiri like Shanti Ashram, Shanku Chakra Nama, Titanic viewpoint, Jungle trails, and Floral Clock. Visit anytime between 6 am to 7.30 pm and the entry charges are as follows:- Pedestrians - INR 5, 2 wheelers - INR 20, 4 wheelers - INR 50, 4 wheelers big - INR 100, Minibus - INR 150, Tourist bus - INR 30, Ropeway (round trip) - INR 90, Toy train - INR 150

Being a great picnic spot, this zoological park attracts a lot of tourists in the months of November and December. Indira Gandhi Zoological Park houses the best living animal and aquatic animals in Andhra Pradesh. You can see a lot of animals from the jungles and forests of Africa and Australia. It is also one of the largest zoological parks in the state of Andhra Pradesh. See many species of Indian Tiger, elephants, deer, and over 400 other varieties of animals. Visit Indira Gandhi Zoological Park in Vizag between 9 am to 5 pm except Monday (closed). The prices are as follows:- Adults - INR 20, Children (3-12 years) - INR 10, Still Camera - INR 20, Video Camera - INR 100, Car (with 5 Occupants) - INR 200, Battery Car (Adult) - INR 30, Battery Car (Child) - INR 10

Acknowledged as one of the virgin beaches of South India, Rushikonda beach is one of the greatest beaches of Vizag. This beach attracts a large number of tourists from all over India who love to spend time and relax at the beach of pristine sand and blue waters. It is a perfect day excursion as it is located 8 km from the city of Visakhapatnam providing picture-perfect views for nature lovers. Rushikonda Beach is a great place to enjoy water sport activities like swimming, windsurfing, and water skiing. In the evening, this beach is enclosed by nature lovers and adventure buffs experiencing the scenic view of the beach along with a cool breeze. There are a lot of eating joints along the beach that adds to your beach experience.