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Kakinada Kakinada is better known as thefertilizer city, but the
heart-racingdeep sea explorations still steal agood part of the
limelight here.This well planned city is dotted withcolossal
industries and encircled bya beautiful line of
architecturalextravaganza.
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Located on the north-east coast of AndhraPradesh, Kakinada is
the capital of EastGodavari district and one of the largest tier-2
cities in India. It is also a part of SpecialEconomic Zone and has
a diverse economydue to its sea port and port-based industry.Apart
from being an industrial hub,Kakinada is home to many
temples,mosques and churches. Some are remnantsof the colonial rule
and others a reflection ofthe rich cultural past. The city has
ahistorical significance, rich tradition,breathtaking natural
beauty, holy pilgrimagecenter, beautiful virgin beaches, hillocks
andstunning landscapes. The list doesn't endhere; you can also have
your share of thecosmopolitan life in Kakinada. Fromshopping at the
malls and grabbing a drinkat the clubs to trying out the famous
anddelightful desert “Kakinada Kaja”, this cityhas so much to
offer.Some of the must-visitattractions of this city include
BhimeswaraTemple, Shri Bhavanarayana Swamy Templeand Coringa
Sanctuary. If interested invisiting more temples, you can pay a
visit tothe Pithapuram. It is situated in the outskirts
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of the city and is among the twelve pilgrimcentres of the
region. Kakinada witnesses atropical savannah climate in which
theweather remains hot and humid almostthroughout the year. The
winter months arecomparatively pleasant and it is the besttime to
visit this region.
When To
VISIThttp://www.ixigo.com/weather-in-kakinada-lp-1143860
JanPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen.Max:29.299999237060547°C
Min:20.200000762939453°C
Rain:8.300000190734863mm
FebPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen.Max:31.200000762939453°C
Min:21.700000762939453°C
Rain:4.400000095367432mm
MarPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen.Max:33.900001525878906°C
Min:23.899999618530273°C
Rain:5.599999904632568mm
AprHot weather. Carry Light clothes.Max:36.099998474121094°C
Min:26.100000381469727°C
Rain:2.700000047683716mm
MayHot weather. Carry Light clothes.
Max: 37.5°C Min:27.700000762939453°C
Rain: 38.5mm
JunHot weather. Carry Light clothes,
umbrella.Max:35.400001525878906°C
Min:27.100000381469727°C
Rain:53.099998474121094mm
JulPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen,umbrella.Max:32.900001525878906°C
Min:26.100000381469727°C
Rain:86.4000015258789mm
AugPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen,umbrella.Max:32.099998474121094°C
Min:25.799999237060547°C
Rain:79.0999984741211mm
SepPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen,umbrella.Max: 32.5°C
Min:
25.799999237060547°C
Rain:110.69999694824219mm
OctPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen,umbrella.Max:31.799999237060547°C
Min:24.799999237060547°C
Rain:114.80000305175781mm
NovPleasant weather. Carry Light
woollen.Max:30.399999618530273°C
Min:22.399999618530273°C
Rain: 47.5mm
DecPleasant weather. Carry Light
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Min:20.200000762939453°C
Rain:2.5999999046325684mm
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What To
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1 Konaseema
Dhindi, Narsapur, Palakollu, Razolu andAntarvedi are the main
towns and villageshere. Tourists mostly come to Dhindi tospend
their time on the deck of a gentlybobbing houseboat, pampering
theirtastebuds and taking in the riverine sights,which include a
number of birds, theSivakodilanka islet and the picturesquetemple
town of Antarvedi.
The APTDC-run Houseboat Cruise starts atDhindi and is the
must-do of a trip toKonaseema. There’s also a 12-hr package.
2 Pithapuram
Pithapuram, Kakinada, AndhraPradesh
Pithapuram, also known as Dakshina Kasi, isa popular religious
place famous for itsancient Hindu temples. It is also known asone
of the twelve pilgrim centers, one of thefive Madava Keshatras, and
one of the AstaData Sakthi Petas. Some of the importanttemples are
the Sri Kukkuteshwara SwamiTemple, Sri Pada Vallabha Anaagha
DathaKshethram and Sri Venu Gopala SwamyTemple.
3 Coringa Forest and HopeIsland
Kakinada Yanam Road, Kakinada,East Godavari District,
AndhraPradesh 533461,India
Coringa Forest and Hope Island,a wonderfulplace away from the
thronging crowds,boasts of an abundant flora and fauna.Located by a
small village by the samename, the Coringa forest attracts a lot
oftourists. The USP of the place is that it issituated by the
backwaters and houses theendangered otter species within its
lushgreenery. Apart from the otter, thesanctuary also harbours the
Fishing Cat, SeaTurtle, Estuarine Crocodile and Jackal; aswell as
birds like Snipes, Sea Gulls, Ducks,and Flamingos. Forest rest
houses areavailable both in Rajahmundry andKakinada.
Hope island (also known as theKakinada bay), is a small island
located nearthe Kakinada city. The island protects thecity from the
strong tidal waves/tsunamiand clyclones coming from the Bay
ofBengal. It is a quiet island with a fewgovenment buildings and a
fishermen'shamlet on it.
4 Coringa Sanctuary
Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, Kakinada,Andhra Pradesh, India
Spread over an area of 235 sq km near thebackwaters, Coringa
Sanctuary is home towide variety of flora and fauna. Here, youwill
find the endangered olive ridley turtles,fishing cats and more.
Different varieties ofbirds, including oriental dwarf
kingfisher,Indian roller, etc are also found here. TheSanctuary is
also popular for its 35 varietiesof mangrove plants.
5 Adurru
East Godavari District, Kakinada,Andhra Pradesh
Adurru Village is a historical place located inRazole Taluk that
takes you back in time.The ruins of Buddhist Stupas, Chaityas
andViharas were discovered by TheArchaeological Survey of India
(ASI) in theyear of 1953. Numerous ancient artifactssuch as dshes,
jars and bowls of kaolin andred pottery was revealed during
theexcavation. Mahastupa is the major
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attraction of the place.
Where To
Eat5 Places
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1 City View, Paradigm SarovarPortico
Subhash Road, Kakinada - 533001,
+91-884 2302-333,51
City View is a multi cuisine restaurant in the3-star Paradigm
Sarovar Portico hotel,Kakinada. It serves multi-cuisine
specialtiesand also offers panoramic view to theguests. They also
lay buffets or guests canorder a-la-carte and go with their
ownpreferences.
2 E,2 Multicuisine Restaurant
Dr.No:70-1C-2/3, NFCL Road,Kakinada - 03
+91-9248722779, 9441710286
The Multi cuisine restaurant serves you withthe best quality
Indian and Chinese cuisinealong with Pizzas, Cakes, Pastries,
Naturalfruit juices & soft drinks to go alongwith. The staff is
very friendly and theservice is quick. The large television
LCDscreen lets you enjoy your favourite matchor serial along with
delicious food!
3 Pizza Corner
69/4/21, Spencer Retail Ltd,Pithapuram Main Rd,
SarpavaramJunction, Neeladri Nagar, Kakinada,Andhra Pradesh,
India
Pizza Corner is a pizzeria chain that hasgrown to be really
popular in AndhraPradesh. Not just all kinds of pizzas, but
theplace is really famous for its side dishessuch as garlic bread
and everybody'sfavourite chicken wings. Pizza Corner in Kakinada is
a treat foranybody craving for the best pizza in thesurroundings.
That is not all,Pizza Corner, Kakinada very recently
introduced pizza in a crunchy cone. Cool,right?
4 Arali
mainroad,Kakinada
+918842344222
5 Sri Chaitanya Restaurant
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Quick
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SeeA: KonaseemaB: PithapuramC: Coringa Forest and Hope IslandD:
Coringa SanctuaryE: Adurru
AccommodationF: Jaya ResidencyG: Venky ResidencyH: Hotel
SrivatsaI: Jaya ResidencyJ: Venky ResidencyK: Hotel SrivatsaL: Jaya
ResidencyM: Venky ResidencyN: Hotel Srivatsa
FoodO: City View, Paradigm Sarovar PorticoP: E,2 Multicuisine
RestaurantQ: Pizza CornerR: AraliS: Sri Chaitanya Restaurant
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