Best Places to visit in October in Visakhapatnam
5 Best Places to visit in October in Visakhapatnam
INS Kursura Submarine Museum Kailasagiri Simhachalam Temple Katiki Falls Araku Valley
INS Kursura Submarine Museum, Visakhapatnam
The only submarine museum in Asia INS Kurusura Submarine Museum was established at the beach of Rama Krishna. INS Kurusura was India's 5th submarine and was constructed by Russians. It became a part of the Indian Navy in 1970 and played a significant role in many wars including the Indo-Pak war of 1971. The submarine served the Indian Navy for 31 years post which it was decommissioned and transformed into a museum. So the museum is a real-life submarine that houses a repository of pictures, articles, artifacts depicting the tales of sacrifice, strength, and patriotism of Indian warriors. Its picture-perfect location, close acquaintance with reality make is a visitor's favorite.
AddressChinna Waltair, Paanduranga Puram, Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam
Place TypeMuseum and Gallery - Govt. Museum & Memorials
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeAdult - ₹70/-, Child - ₹40/-, School Child in groups - ₹20/-, For Camera - ₹50/-, For Video Camera - ₹200/-
Opening timeThe INS Kursura Submarine Museum opening and closing timing is 02:00 PM – 09:00 PM
Opening DaysThe INS Kursura Submarine Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday in a week, Closed on every Monday.
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Kailasagiri, Visakhapatnam
Kailasagiri is a city park situated a top a hill in the city of Vishakhapatnam. The houses gigantic statues of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati which impart religious overtones to it. It is a complete tourist destination offering a quotient of religion, adventure, and enjoyment to its visitors. One of the exciting features of the park is its accessibility by cable car. It is a hub of tourist activity because of its calm, serene ambiance and enthralling scenic beauty. It offers a splendid view of dense forest cover, lush green stretches, the Bay of Bengal, and the city. It hosts several engaging leisure activities like a ride on the toy train and, adventurous games paragliding, being one of them.
AddressHill Top Road, Kailasagiri, Visakhapatnam, VisakhapatnamPlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - Park & GardenBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeThere are no Kailasagiri timings, this place is open all around in year.Opening DaysKailasagiri is alway open for visitors.Best MonthJuly, August, September, October, November, December
Simhachalam Temple, Visakhapatnam
Originally known as the Varaha Lakshmi Narshima Temple it is the second largest temple in Andhra Pradesh and an important seat of Hindu faith. Located on the hilltop the shrine remains dedicated to Lord Narasimha (lion's head and human torso)an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The idol of the presiding deity remains covered with the sandalwood paste throughout the year and it is only during Akshaya Tritiya that it appears in its true form. The splendid edifice reflects a combination of Kalinga, Chalukyas, and Chola styles of architecture. The conspicuous structure is adorned with ornate stone carvings and intricate design. It attracts several visitors and devotees as it is believed that the deity is capable of fulfilling their wishes.
AddressNear Gopalpattam Police Station, Visakhapatnam, VisakhapatnamPlace TypeReligious Place - TempleBest forFamily, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeThe Simhachalam Temple opening and closing timing is 04:00 AM – 09:00 PMOpening DaysThe Simhachalam Temple is open every day for visitorsBest MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Katiki Falls, Visakhapatnam
At about 90 kilometers from Visakhapatnam originates a 50 feet high waterfall from River Gosthani. The cascade in its full glory is a breathtaking sight from a distance. It is an ideal place to unwind, experience adventure and feel oneness with nature. It is a traveler's haven with hills covered with dense forest, well-set trail to reach the waterfall while spotting animals, birds all along. The destination allows one to live one's dream of camping in the woods enjoying a bonfire under the starlit sky. It remains dotted with many food kiosks that serve the famous Bamboo chicken and fresh Coconut Water. A perfect place for living a surreal experience.
AddressKatiki Waterfalls Rd, Visakhapatnam, VisakhapatnamPlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - Lakes & WaterfallsBest forMarried Couples, Unmarried Couples, Friends, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingKatiki Falls open from 06:00 am to 07:30 pm, No entry fee.Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
Araku Valley, Visakhapatnam
Nestled in the Eastern Ghats at a distance of about 120 km from Vizag is the famous Araku Valley. Colloquially called the Ooty of Andhra, it is a quaint hill station, which is a hotspot of tourist activity. The valley offers a panoramic view of the lush green forests, gurgling waterfalls, aromatic coffee plantations, and enchanting weather. It is an abode of rich biodiversity inhabiting several exotic species of flora and fauna. Owing to the presence of good reserves of bauxite it also has commercial significance. It is a favorite getaway for adventure enthusiasts willing to explore hiking, trekking, and nature lovers who would spend hours gazing at the wildlife.
AddressAraku - Visakhapatnam Rd, Araku, Visakhapatnam, VisakhapatnamPlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - CavesBest forMarried Couples, Unmarried CouplesFees & TimingAraku Valley open for 24 hours, No entry fee.Best MonthSeptember, October, November, DecemberEXPLORE PLACES IN VISAKHAPATNAM BY CATEGORY:
