Places to Visit in Vijayawada
Top Tourist Places in Vijayawada recommended by travellers
Mangalagiri
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Religious
Mangalagiri is one of the eight important Mahakshetrams (sacred places) in India. It is also oldest Vaishnavite Temples in the entire South India, whose presiding deity is Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy. This temple was built by the Zamindar Sri Raja Vasireddy Venkatadri Naidu during the period...
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Amaravati
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Religious
Amaravati, famous for its Amareswara temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a small town situated on the banks of the River Krishna in the Guntur District. Popularly known as Dhanyakataka/Dharanikota, Amaravati was the site of a great Buddhist Stupa built in pre-Mauryan time. One of the major...
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Kanaka Durga Temple
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Temple
Kanaka Durga Temple is located on the Indrakiladri hill, on the banks of Krishna River. It is a famous Hindu temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Kanaka Durga. According to the legends, Arjuna obtained the Pasupatha astra at this site and after gaining the astra, he constructed this temple for...
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Bhavani Island
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Island
Bhavani Island, which stretches in the Krishna River, is located 4 km upstream from the city of Vijayawada. Sprawling over an area of 538231.904 sq. m, this island is one of the largest river islands. Ideal for picnic, this island has boating facilities, mangroves and manicured gardens....
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Besant Road
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Street
Besant Road, which is the busiest trade centre in Vijayawada, is frequently visited by tourists. The road is flanked by modern eateries, including restaurants serving western style cuisines as well as Indian delicacies. This street is a hub of entertainment, as it is flanked by number of cinema...
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Kondapalli Fort
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Fort
- Entry: Paid
The Kondapalli Fort is located to the west of Kondapalli in the Krishna District, near Vijayawada. In the 14th century, Prolaya Vema Reddy of Kondavid built this fort as a recreational and business centre. This fort has three successive entry gates, out of which the main entrance gate is called...
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Prakasam Barrage
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Lake
Prakasam Barrage is a 1223.5 m long structure across the Krishna River, which connects Krishna and Guntur districts. The construction of the barrage started in 1852 and completed in 1855. Tourists visiting the barrage can get a view of the lake.
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Undavalli Caves
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Cave
- Entry: Paid
Undavalli Caves, located 6 km south-west from Vijayawada, are the caves cut-out in the sandstone hill in the 4th to 5th centuries A.D. Of all the caves, the largest one comprises of four stories and is enshrined with a huge statue of Lord Vishnu. The statue of Lord Vishnu is sculpted in a...
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Sri Nagarala Sri Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru Temple
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Temple
Among the important pilgrimage spots within and around Vijayawada is the Sri Nagarala Sri Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru Temple with Maha Lakshmi as the presiding deity. It is situated in the Chitinagar area and scores of people flock this temple. It is a belief that the deity has the powers which are...
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Mogalarajapuram Caves
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Cave
- Entry: Paid
The Mogalarajapuram Caves are known for its five rock-cut sanctuaries that date back to around the 5th century. Located about five kilometres away from Vijayawada, these caves are now in ruins. The caves have religious significance due to the presence of the idols of Lord Nataraja and Lord...
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Subramanya Swamy Temple
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Temple
Subramanya Swamy Temple, which is located in the Indrakiladri hillock, is one of the prominent temples in Vijayawada. This temple overlooks the city of Vijayawada and the river Krishna. Maintained by a famous family known as Iddipilli, this temple is a famous tourist location. Hoards of devotees...
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Hazrathbal Mosque
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Mosque
Hazarath Bal Mosque is a religious place for Muslims in Krishna district near Vijayawada. Renowned for its architecture, this mosque is visited by devotees from across the country. This sacred place is thronged by devotees when a sacred relic of the Prophet Mohammed is displayed.
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Lenin Statue
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Statue
The Lenin Statue, located in Vijayawada, symbolises the ideologies of communism. It also communicates the struggle of working class people across the world.
On May 1, on World Labourer’s Day, a function is organised at the site. Another major attraction is the 25 years old statue...
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Gundala Matha Shrine
Rank 14
Ranked 14 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Religious
Gunadala Matha Shrine, which is popularly known as Mary Matha Shrine is constructed in Krishna district near Vijayawada. Often known as St. Mary’s Church, this sacred site bears an iron cross, which is erected atop the hill. Every year an Annual Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes is celebrated at...
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Hinkar Tirtha
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Religious
Hinkar Tirtha is a popular Jain temple, which is situated in Mangalagiri hills. This temple is the biggest Jain shrine in the region and is acclaimed for its Jain style of architecture.
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Ranjiv Gandhi Park
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 16Places to Visit in Vijayawada
- Type: Park
- Entry: Paid
Rajiv Gandhi Park, located at the entrance of Vijayawada is one of the most prominent attractions of Vijayawada. The park is built and maintained by Vijayawada Municipal Corporation. This park features musical fountains that operate every day from 7:30 pm to 8:15 pm, except on Mondays. The park...
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