Guntur Tourism in Andhra Pradesh : Bhattiprolu , Kondaveedu Fort , Kotappakonda , Guthikonda , Sitanagaram , Chebrole , Nagarjuna Sagar Dam , Nagarjunakonda , Undavalli Caves ,
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Sanctuary , Ethipothala Falls , etc.
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is the tallest masonry dam in the world across Krishna river .At a height of 124m, creates reservoir holding up to 11,472 million cubic metres. This colossal dam supplies water for irrigation purposes to the districts like Nalgonda, Prakasam, Khammam and Guntur in Andhra Pradesh.
Bhattiprolu
Buddhist stupas built during 3rd-2nd century BC are found here . It was originally known as Pratipalapura. During the excavations 1892 valuable jewels and the relics of Buddha were discovered in crystal caskets here. The Mahachaitya (great stupa) was also discovered here .
Kondaveedu Fort
Kondaveedu Fort is to be found at a distance of 25 km from Guntur. The construction of the fort has begun by the Orissa Kings in 13th century. Reddy Kings ruled this area from 1328 to 1428. The fort consists of two other forts along with the main fort.. The fort offers around 21 structures . There are also many temples, residential structures, pillared halls and the entrance gate ways worth seeing here. The Gopinatha Temple and Kathulabave at the foothill are other tourist spots here .
Kotappakonda - Trikoteswara Swamy is worshiped here . It means 'a hill with three peaks'. These peaks are named for the Hindu Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Every year, during the festival of 'Mahashivratri', many people gather at the place to celebrate the festival .
Nagarjunakonda
It was one of the main Buddhist centers of India from 2nd century B.C until the third century A.D. It is believed that great Buddhist scholar and founder father of Mahayana Buddhism, Nagarjuna founded the University here.Undavalli Caves
Undavalli Caves are striking specimen of Indian rock-cut architecture. Built during the 4th-5th century, these caves are to be found in Undavalli village, about 32 km from the Guntur city of Andhra Pradesh. Their structure suggests that they have been erected out of solid rock on a hillside.
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Sanctuary
It covers the area of 3,568 sq km across the Nallamalai Hills, It is the largest tiger reserve in India.
Ethipothala Falls
The Ethipothala water falls near Nagarjuna Sagar are in a Beautiful valley in Guntur district. The water falls is located about 8 Kms. from Macherla Railway station. The height of the Falls is 21 metres. Ethipothala also consists a crocodile breeding center.
Guthikonda
There are may ancient caves amidst thick forests. These caves contain relics of the heliolithic times. There many tourists enjoy trekking .
Chebrole
Brahmalingeshwara Temple and Nageshwara Temple are the main attractions here . The image of Chaturmukha Brahma, or Lord Brahma, with four faces is worshiped in Brahmalingeshwara Temple,the image of Nandi is found in Nageshwara Temple . In the earlier times, Chebrole had been influenced by the Pallavas, Chalukyas and Kakatiyas. Chebrole Fort explores the legacy of the era .
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Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Sanctuary , Ethipothala Falls , etc.
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is the tallest masonry dam in the world across Krishna river .At a height of 124m, creates reservoir holding up to 11,472 million cubic metres. This colossal dam supplies water for irrigation purposes to the districts like Nalgonda, Prakasam, Khammam and Guntur in Andhra Pradesh.
Bhattiprolu
Buddhist stupas built during 3rd-2nd century BC are found here . It was originally known as Pratipalapura. During the excavations 1892 valuable jewels and the relics of Buddha were discovered in crystal caskets here. The Mahachaitya (great stupa) was also discovered here .
Kondaveedu Fort is to be found at a distance of 25 km from Guntur. The construction of the fort has begun by the Orissa Kings in 13th century. Reddy Kings ruled this area from 1328 to 1428. The fort consists of two other forts along with the main fort.. The fort offers around 21 structures . There are also many temples, residential structures, pillared halls and the entrance gate ways worth seeing here. The Gopinatha Temple and Kathulabave at the foothill are other tourist spots here .
Kotappakonda - Trikoteswara Swamy is worshiped here . It means 'a hill with three peaks'. These peaks are named for the Hindu Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Every year, during the festival of 'Mahashivratri', many people gather at the place to celebrate the festival .
- Sitanagaram
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Someswara
Swamy Temple is the major attraction of the town. It is believed that
Lord Rama wept here for Sita, when she was kidnapped by Ravana. Sandy
beaches are the other attractions here
It was one of the main Buddhist centers of India from 2nd century B.C until the third century A.D. It is believed that great Buddhist scholar and founder father of Mahayana Buddhism, Nagarjuna founded the University here.Undavalli Caves
Undavalli Caves are striking specimen of Indian rock-cut architecture. Built during the 4th-5th century, these caves are to be found in Undavalli village, about 32 km from the Guntur city of Andhra Pradesh. Their structure suggests that they have been erected out of solid rock on a hillside.
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Sanctuary
It covers the area of 3,568 sq km across the Nallamalai Hills, It is the largest tiger reserve in India.
The Ethipothala water falls near Nagarjuna Sagar are in a Beautiful valley in Guntur district. The water falls is located about 8 Kms. from Macherla Railway station. The height of the Falls is 21 metres. Ethipothala also consists a crocodile breeding center.
Guthikonda
There are may ancient caves amidst thick forests. These caves contain relics of the heliolithic times. There many tourists enjoy trekking .
Chebrole
Brahmalingeshwara Temple and Nageshwara Temple are the main attractions here . The image of Chaturmukha Brahma, or Lord Brahma, with four faces is worshiped in Brahmalingeshwara Temple,the image of Nandi is found in Nageshwara Temple . In the earlier times, Chebrole had been influenced by the Pallavas, Chalukyas and Kakatiyas. Chebrole Fort explores the legacy of the era .
EDITED BY : www.tourindiadetails.blogspot.in
