About Vizag
Chennai to Vizag distnce : 810 km
Estimated travel time : 15 hours
Chennai to Vishakhapatnam is a very popular route for tourism. Vishakhapatnam, also known as Vizag, is an important ship building center and tourist destination. Vizag is also nicknamed as "City of destiny" or "Jewel of the East coast".
Vishakhapatnam is one of the natural harbours in the world. City is known as The Gem of South India and has beautiful blend of culture and modern heritage. Vizag attracts everyone, an adventure seeker, history buff or experience seeker. Vizag offers so much to its tourists from long list of ancient monuments to pilgrimage sites, splendid valleys, gushing waterfalls, sandy beaches, amusement parks and appealing shopping streets. The city is home to some reputed Central and State educational institutions of the state namely Andhra University (AU), Andhra Medical College (AMC), Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy (IIPE), Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Indian Maritime University (IMU), National Institute of Oceanography, India. Major attractions are Submarine museum, The Simhachalam temple, Rishikonda beach, RK beach. One of the most stunning place in Visakhapatnam is Yarada beach, surrounded by majestic hills on three sides, and by the Bay of Bengal on the other side. Visakhapatnam is the cleanest city with breathtaking scenery and unseen wonders.Taxis from Bangalore to Vizag is readily available at Cab Bazar.
Taxi from Chennai to Vizag is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Chennai to Vizag by car is well connected through NH16 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Chennai to Vizag distance is 810 Km and is 15 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Araku Valley - Located about 114 km from Vizag, this scenic valley is famous for its lush greenery, waterfalls, coffee plantations, and tribal culture.
2. Kailasagiri - Situated in Visakhapatnam, Kailasagiri offers beautiful views of the city, a ropeway ride, and attractions like a huge statue of Lord Shiva and Parvati, toy train rides, and gardens.
3. Simhachalam Temple - This famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Varaha Narasimha is located at the top of Simhachalam Hill near Vizag.
4. Rushikonda Beach - Just before reaching Vizag, Rushikonda Beach is a popular spot for water sports like jet skiing, surfing, and swimming.
5. Bheemunipatnam Beach - Located around 25 km before Vizag, this beach offers a serene and less crowded atmosphere compared to other popular beaches.
6. Nellore - A city located approximately halfway between Chennai and Vizag, Nellore has attractions like Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Penchalakona Temple, and Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary.
7. Horsley Hills - Situated in Andhra Pradesh, near Madanapalle, Horsley Hills is a scenic hill station with pleasant weather and viewpoints.
Tourist Attractions
Borra Caves
Submarine Museum
Kailash Giri
Rishikonda Beach
Ramakrishna Beach
Yarada beach
Dolphins Nose
Indra Gandhi Zoological Park
VUDA park( Takara Rama)
Simhachalam Temple
Lambasingi (Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh)
Bheemunipatnam Beach
War Memorial
Lawson's Bay Beach
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary
Bojjannakonda
Rose Hill Beach
Sagar Naga Beach
Buddhist excavations ( Havi Konda, Thotla Konda, Bojjana Konda, Salihundam )
Gangavaram Beach
Victory At sea War Memorial
Itika Pongal