Flourishing Travel Destination in India - By: tracybarb

In this article, we are going to visit the third largest city of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada. It is a wonderful tourist destination. The city is fully fertile with the help of the river Krishna. It is strategically located in a charming spot on the northern bank of river Krishna. It is the commercial hub of the coastal region of Andhra Pradesh. Today this city has become one of the popular business centers in South India. This is bounded three sides by the Indrakiladri Hills. It is also called as "Bezawada". It is a flourishing city commercially, industrially and culturally. It is famous for its spicy south Indian food. Let us see more about the popular tourist spots in Vijayawada.

St.Mary’s Church:

This beautiful church is located in the eastern side of the town. It is built on a hillock and very attractive. It is a spiritual center of the believers from various countries
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Prakasam Barrage:

It is a wonderful panoramic lake with three canals that run through the city. This barrage is initially built in 1855 but widely reconstructed in the year of 1955. It is located on the outskirts of the city. It provides wonderful view as a Venetian appearance. It is turning the Krishna Delta into the richest granary in Andra Pradesh.

Rajiv Gandhi Park:

There is an attractive horticultural park in the entrance point of the city which has been established by the Municipal Corporation of Vijayawada. It has a mini zoo and water fountain makes it more beautiful. It attracts more traveler. This park was named as the Rajiv Gandhi Park in the remembrance of the Former Prime Minister Late Rajiv Gandhi. This welcomes all the travelers to enter into the City.

Bhavani Island:

Vijayawada has got a marvelous Island called Bhavani Island. It is in the upstream. Its really a beautiful Island and a scenic picnic spot. You should not miss a trip to this Island when you visit Vijayawada.

Gandhi Hill:

To the remembrance of Mahatma Gandhi, the National Leader, this hill was created with seven stupas on it. From the ground, it will be around 500 ft height. Each Stupa has measured 52 ft. In the year of 1968 the former president of India Dr.Zakir Hussain was inaugurated this Gandhi Hill. This hill contains the Gandhi Memorial Library and a sound and light show about Mahatma Gandhi’s life. It’s a historical place that attracts all the travelers.

We see lot of wonderful neighbourhood places near to Vijayawada. Few of those are Mangalgiri, Kuchipudi and Gudivada.

Kuchipudi:

Kuchipudi is a village located 60 km away from Vijayawada. It is the popular village for its artistic divine. The creator of Kuchipudi classical dance Mr. Siddhendra Yogi was born in this village. The famous dance and the musical school have been started in memory of this Yogi.

Mangalgiri :

It is another wonderful village located around 12 km away from Vijayawada. It is popular for its fine cotton fabrics and checked and stripped fabrics. It has many historic temples. Its ultimately a craft village.

Gudivada:

It is another nice place close to Vijayawada. It is hardly 45 km away from Vijayawada. It is an ancient place has the existent history of 2000 years. It has got many beautiful temples.

Vijayawada is a place well organized with transportation. You can reach by road, air and train. It has got ancient temples with artistic works like paintings. On the whole, Vijayawada is a flourishing travel destination.

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