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Borra Caves, Visakhapatnam

Borra Caves

Borra Caves: One of the best places to visit in Visakhapatnam

Entry Fee & Ticket

Adult (per person) - ₹60/-, Child (3 to 12 yrs age) - ₹45/-, Still camera- ₹100/-, Video- ₹150/-

Opening Time & Days

Borra Caves is open to visitors every day. The Borra Caves opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Best Time to Visit

May, June, July, August

Place visit with

Family, Kids, Parents, Siblings

Place Type

Caves, Nature Sites and Parks

Official Info

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About Borra Caves

Borra Caves are located in the Ananthagiri hills of Araku Valley in Visakhapatnam district. The caves were discovered by William King George of the Geological Survey of India in the year 1807. The Bora Caves situated at an altitude of about 705 meters are considered to be the largest in the country and are basically caustic limestone formations.

Some of the grand stalactite and stalagmite formations that can be seen here include Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvati, a mother and her children, a crocodile, a human brain, and a tiger. Padampura Gardens and Katika Waterfalls are other destinations in the vicinity of Bora Caves.

Interesting facts about Borra Caves

  1. There are good restaurants and eateries outside the caves which provide lunch and snacks to the visitors. Hotels are also available near Bora Caves for the comfort of the tourists.
  2. Animal lovers will find bats as well as golden geckos lurking in the shadows below.
  3. The caves have three levels and to ensure their safety only the middle level is open to the public.
  4. The deepest of the caves having a predominantly limestone structure extends to a depth of 80 m.
  5. There is a naturally formed temple of Lord Shiva in the caves.

How to reach Borra Caves

By Bus
Araku Bus Station is 36.2 kms from Borra Caves.
By Rail
The distance of Keves and Gorapur railway station is 46.7 km, you can easily go by booking an auto.
By Air
Visakhapatnam International Airport is 82.7 km away from Borra Caves, from here you can easily take a cab to the caves.

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Borra Caves FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Borra Caves: Borra Caves open from 10:00 am to 05:00 pm, Entry fee for adult Rs 60 and child Rs 45..

𝒜. You should visit Borra Caves during May, June, July, August months for best experience.

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