Visakhapatnam- The City of Destiny
Dwelled amidst the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam is an enchanting port city in Andhra Pradesh also referred to as 'The Jewel of the East Coast'. Blessed with beautiful landscape, vibrant culture, rich past, fascinating art and architecture, it has tourist places that attract visitors from across the globe and leave everyone in awe. The city also serves as an important industrial centre of the state. Visakhapatnam is among the 100 cities across the country selected by the central government for the Smart Cities Mission 2022.
Tourist attractions in Visakhapatnam
From pristine beaches, wildlife sanctuaries to caves and age-old architectural beauties, there is so much to explore in Visakhapatnam. Borra Caves (the largest caves in the country), Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, Katiki Waterfalls, Dolphin’s Nose, Matsyadarshini Aquarium, Simhachalam Temple, Yarada Beach and Indira Gandhi Zoological Park are the other amazing places to visit here.
Things to do in Visakhapatnam
When in Visakhapatnam, visit the religious sites to offer prayers and witness the fascinating sunset at the beaches. Spend a day in the mesmerising surroundings of Rishikonda Beach known for its unprecedented beauty. Do visit the Submarine Museum, the only museum in Asian that is housed in an actual submarine, to know about naval forces, various technologies used and the life of the warriors.
Airport in Visakhapatnam
Also known as Vizag Airport, Visakhapatnam Airport is the main airbase in the city and the second-busiest in Andhra Pradesh. The airport is approximately 7km away from the city centre over an area of 359 acres. Passengers can make use of various facilities featured at the airport.
- Airport Address: NH 16 Opp, Viman Nagar, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh- 530009
- Airport IATA Code: VTZ