The narrow roads and dangerous bends of the mountain roads are exciting to travel. There are a number of tour packages offering excitement and local tour to Araku valleys. Apart from the hilly roads, there are other attractions awaiting the tourists, discussed here:
Sri Matyalingeshwara Swamy
This century old temple has the presiding deity of Lord Sri Matyalingeshwara Swamy, considered to have rescued the fishermen from snakes. The deity then conceded to the request of the fishermen to visit their village and the village is named after Him as Matsya gundam, translated to English as “pool of fish”.
Coffee Plantations
Araku Valleys are known for coffee plantations and the fresh aroma of coffee that emanates there from. The berries hanging from the shrubs and trees of coffee plants are a sight to watch.
Padmapuran Botanical Garden
This Garden is maintained by the administrative wing of the State Tourism department housing a couple of tree huts. The kids can enjoy toy train ride while adults can spend time in the nurseries looking at variety of flowers and swings in the park.
Tyda Village and Park
This is a picnic spot developed by the Tourism Department to encourage the tribal communities. Bird watching, trekking and wildlife viewing is some of the activities that is offered by this welcoming village of Araku Valleys.
Borra Caves
Borra caves are formed naturally and is a must visit place in Araku. The Shiva temple at the entrance of cave is considered to protect people entering the cave from all dangers. The height and depth of the cave is a wonder to watch.
Dumbriguda Fall
The waterfalls in Paderu Village are a picnic spot that washes away all the thoughts of tension in life. This is a tiny village offering excellent picnic opportunity where one can spend one whole day without getting bored.
Sangda Waterfalls
Sangda Waterfalls are smaller in height and is located in Sangda Village, making it a picnic spot to spend time in Araku valley region.
Katiki Falls
At this place, apart from viewing the waterfalls, one can taste the tribal spicy food of Bamboo-chicken.
Matsyagundam
This place is famous for the folk tale relating to the fight between snakes and fishermen. Though there is no fishing allowed or snakes in this village, people still visit to bask in the joy of nature.
Bheemunipatnam Beach
Considered to be inhabited by Portuguese in the past, this place is in proximity to Araku valley. The tall coconut trees and remnants of Portugal history makes this place a tourist spot.
Araku Tribal Museum
The art and craft of the tribal people can be seen in person at the Araku Tribal Museum. Shopping enthusiasts can pick some handicraft or clay made items to take back home. The life and style of tribal’s are well depicted in the museum, making it a house of information.
Sri Matyalingeshwara Swamy
This century old temple has the presiding deity of Lord Sri Matyalingeshwara Swamy, considered to have rescued the fishermen from snakes. The deity then conceded to the request of the fishermen to visit their village and the village is named after Him as Matsya gundam, translated to English as “pool of fish”.
Coffee Plantations
Araku Valleys are known for coffee plantations and the fresh aroma of coffee that emanates there from. The berries hanging from the shrubs and trees of coffee plants are a sight to watch.
Padmapuran Botanical Garden
This Garden is maintained by the administrative wing of the State Tourism department housing a couple of tree huts. The kids can enjoy toy train ride while adults can spend time in the nurseries looking at variety of flowers and swings in the park.
Tyda Village and Park
This is a picnic spot developed by the Tourism Department to encourage the tribal communities. Bird watching, trekking and wildlife viewing is some of the activities that is offered by this welcoming village of Araku Valleys.
Borra Caves
Borra caves are formed naturally and is a must visit place in Araku. The Shiva temple at the entrance of cave is considered to protect people entering the cave from all dangers. The height and depth of the cave is a wonder to watch.
Dumbriguda Fall
The waterfalls in Paderu Village are a picnic spot that washes away all the thoughts of tension in life. This is a tiny village offering excellent picnic opportunity where one can spend one whole day without getting bored.
Sangda Waterfalls
Sangda Waterfalls are smaller in height and is located in Sangda Village, making it a picnic spot to spend time in Araku valley region.
Katiki Falls
At this place, apart from viewing the waterfalls, one can taste the tribal spicy food of Bamboo-chicken.
Matsyagundam
This place is famous for the folk tale relating to the fight between snakes and fishermen. Though there is no fishing allowed or snakes in this village, people still visit to bask in the joy of nature.
Bheemunipatnam Beach
Considered to be inhabited by Portuguese in the past, this place is in proximity to Araku valley. The tall coconut trees and remnants of Portugal history makes this place a tourist spot.
Araku Tribal Museum
The art and craft of the tribal people can be seen in person at the Araku Tribal Museum. Shopping enthusiasts can pick some handicraft or clay made items to take back home. The life and style of tribal’s are well depicted in the museum, making it a house of information.
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