Magnificent Architecture
Visakhapatnam is home to incredible monuments and extremely beautiful temples - make time to admire the splendour of the Simhachalam Temple, a Hindu temple built in the Kalinga architectural style.
Visakhapatnam is a beautiful port city in India with a population of just over 2 million people. Known as “The Jewel of the East Coast”, it is located between the Eastern Ghats mountain range and the Bay of Bengal. Visakhapatnam is home to many popular tourist sites that include Ramakrishna Beach and the illustrious Kali Temple.
Cheap flights to Visakhapatnam are now available for a limited period of time, so prepare to indulge your senses with the beauty and incredible experiences this city has to offer! Visakhapatnam is home to Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) which is a 20-minute drive from the city centre.
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Visakhapatnam is home to incredible monuments and extremely beautiful temples - make time to admire the splendour of the Simhachalam Temple, a Hindu temple built in the Kalinga architectural style.
Explore the magical world of the Borra Caves high up in the hills of the Araku valley. A tour of the caves will unveil some of Visakhapatnam’s intriguing history, tribal cultures and religions.
Stroll along beautiful beaches like Ramakrishna or Rishikonda, take a dip in the waters of Yarada beach or visit the incredible Dolphin’s Nose and lighthouse along this city’s amazing coast.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | India |
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Currency | Indian Rupee (INR) |
Language | Telugu and Hindi |
Hub Airport | Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) |
Airline | Air India |
Time Zone | GMT +05:30 |
Travel Adaptor | Type C, D and M |
The best time to visit Visakhapatnam is in the winter months that span between October and March. Weather conditions are pleasant as temperatures are much lower, making sightseeing and days on the beach perfect holiday activities. However, air fares and accommodation rates are at their highest, as this is the peak tourist season. Traditional and religious festivals such as Diwali also take place during October and November, so expect a crowded city. For a quieter and more affordable holiday, visit Visakhapatnam in the summer between April and June, or the monsoon season from July to September. Despite summer’s scorching day temperatures, the evenings bring a cool sea breeze and perfect weather to visit shopping malls and restaurants. Temperatures during the monsoon season are much cooler, yet still pleasant and sightseeing on the days the city receives average to no rainfall, will still be incredible.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low (°C) | 20°C | 22°C | 24°C | 27°C | 28°C | 29°C | 27°C | 26°C | 26°C | 25°C | 22°C | 20°C |
High (°C) | 28°C | 29°C | 36°C | 33°C | 35°C | 34°C | 32°C | 32°C | 32°C | 31°C | 29°C | 27°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 10 | 9 | 12 | 21 | 52 | 106 | 136 | 147 | 177 | 259 | 73 | 6 |
Visakhapatnam, ‘the Jewel of the East Coast’ is a gorgeous port city and popular tourist attraction in India. Located between the Eastern Ghats mountain range and the Bay of Bengal, it is home to an incredible coastline, beautiful natural attractions and unique cultures and cuisine.
Indulge your senses with the spicy and flavourful food on offer at the multitude of restaurants in the popular Siripuram district and other areas in the city. Dig in to some mouth-watering vegetarian, meat and fresh seafood curries or enjoy a tasty, traditional meat dish like Qeema.
Once you are fuelled up and rested, don’t miss seeing the illustrious Kali Temple or the unique and beautiful Simhachalam Temple. Visakhapatnam is also home to the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park where you can check out amazing animals like the Bengal tiger and Egyptian vulture.
After all the sightseeing, relax with the locals on the sandy shore of the famous Ramakrishna Beach, get your feet wet at Rishikonda Beach or visit the Dolphin’s Nose rocky peninsula where you can enjoy the view of the city or explore the Sagar Mata temple and the lighthouse. Don’t miss the guided tour through the magical Borra Caves and its additional attractions like the Tyada Railway Tunnel and the Damuku View Point.
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