Andhra Pradesh – Badradri On River Godavari Tour Package (2 Nights / 3 Days)

About this tour

Andhra Pradesh is a captivating destination for tourists seeking a blend of cultural heritage, historical landmarks, serene beaches, and picturesque hill stations. With its magnificent temples like Tirupati Balaji and Kanaka Durga, ancient Buddhist sites like Amaravati, and a stunning coastline offering breathtaking beaches, Andhra Pradesh promises a diverse and enriching travel experience. Whether exploring the architectural marvels, immersing in religious rituals, or indulging in the scenic beauty of its hill stations, this vibrant state offers a memorable journey for every traveler.

Places to visit in Andhra Pradesh

Papi Hills

Papi Hills are fast becoming the favorite destination for nature lovers, enjoys going on the weekend pleasure trip by luxurious boats on the river Godavari, which takes you into a different world where nature rules in all her glory, untouched by man. One can see the picture postcard prettiness of a hilly countryside patch worked with quaint little farms, a landscape dotted with tribal habitations, and river banks densely forested with timber reserves. Feel the crisp fresh air invigorate your senses and lose yourself in the scenic beauty of the hills and its environs. The pristine waterfall at the quaint village of Perantala Palli and Ashramam is very popular with tourists. Papi hills are three in number, very tall looks like a boundary wall in the middle of river Godavari, dividing East, West, and Khammam district, is a lovely place whose scenery resembles the scenery of Kashmir (North India). The beautiful scenery of Papi Hills, the waterfalls at Munivaatam, and the peaceful atmosphere at this tribal area give a pleasant look and peace to visitors, making it a special attraction for tourists. The idol of Shiva under the serpent shade was installed in Munivaatam. The original name for this hill range was \\\”Papidi Kondalu\\\”. Papidi is a rough translation for partition in Telugu. Since this range looks like a well-designed partition that splits river Godavari, this name was coined. In due course, it settled for \\\”Papi Kondalu\\\”.

Bhadrachalam

Bhadrachalam is situated on the left bank of the sacred and perennial river Godavari, about 70 km from Khammam of Andhra Pradesh. Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy shrine is the most famous temple in the country. It is a sacred pilgrimage for Hindus, considered to be one the greatest holy shrines in south India with a very rich and unique historical background. The temple was constructed in the 17th Century by the local Tahsildar Kancharla Gopanna, popularly known as Bhakta Ramadas, a fervent devotee of Lord Sree Rama. housing one of the most famous and splendorous temples dedicated to Lord Sri Rama. The puranic and historic facts relate that Lord Rama long after he had shed his mortal coils manifested himself to save his devotee Bhadra Maharshi whom he promised \\\”moksha\\\” after intensive peace until tirtha yuga was over and Lord Rama, who was an incarnation Lord Vishnu, was back to this original avatar. Pleased by Bhadra\\\’s devotion, he appeared in the form of Lord Rama (as per Bhadra\\\’s wishes) and granted him moksha. The Hillok on which Bhadra Maharishi did penance and attained moksha is called Bhadragiri / Bhadrachalam. Another legend associated with the place is that Lord once appeared in the dream of a woman called Pokala Dammakka and informed her about the existence of idols on the Bhadragiri hills. To her surprise, she found the Vigrahas on the Bhadragiri hills and put up a modest structure. This was the origin of the present temple.

Dwaraka Tirumala

Dwaraka Tirumala is a holy place in West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. Located about 39 km from Eluru, Dwaraka Tirumala is the site of Sri Venkateshwara Swamy temple, which is located on a hill named Seshadri. The place got its name from a saint, Dwaraka, who unearthed the self-manifested idol of Sri Venkateshwara (Lord Vishnu). It is also called Chinna Tirupati, after Tirupati. Dwaraka Tirumala is 18 km from Bhimadole Railway Station, which is on the main Railway line between Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam.