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Monday 23 December 2013

Beaches in Visakhapatnam ( Vizag) , Andhra Pradesh, India

Rama Krishna Beach
Rama Krishna Beach also known as R.K. Beach is located on the east coast at a distance of about 5 km from the centre of the city. This beach occupies the largest part of the seafront and is a great spot to spend leisure time. The R.K. Beach was jointly developed by the Greater Vishaka Municipal Corporation of Visakhapatnam (GVMC) and the VUDA.

The
 Submarine Museum, Vishaka Museum, Sri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, an aquarium, the Kali Temple, statues of prominent personalities, roadside restaurants and parks are the added attractions of the R.K. Beach. The war memorial called 'Victory at Sea' on the seashore was constructed to pay homage to the soldiers of the 1971 war is worth visiting.
Rushikonda Beach
This beach is located 13 kms, from Visakhapatnam and is an ideal tourist destination. Rushikonda is a thickly covered hill. This lovely beach with golden sands and vast stretches of water is the best beach in Vizag. It is an ideal destination for lovers of nature especially water sport enthusiasts. Tourists can enjoy water skiing, sunbathing, wind surfing and swimming. The tourist complex here is well equipped with a tourist lodge, individual rental cottages, a restaurant and other amenities. The 14th century Sri Sapta Rusheswara Temple surrounded by seven hills is located in Rushikonda.

Lawson's Bay Beach
Lawson's Bay Beach with golden sands and lush green vegetation is located a little ahead of the RK Beach on the way to Kailasgiri Hill. The shallow crystal clear water of the beach is ideal for sea bathing and surfing. Sometimes known as Peddawaltair Beach, it presents a picturesque and scenic beauty of nature.
Konda Karla Ava-LAKE
Konda Karla village situated in Achyutapuram mandal lies about 48 kms from Visakhapatnam. It is famous for the biggest fresh water lake in the state, Kondakarla Ava. The serene water of the lake surrounded by coconut trees on one side and green hills all around provides a picturesque locale. The Bird Sanctuary here, located in lush green surroundings has a rich variety of bird species.

Bheemunipatnam Beach
The beautiful beach at Bheemunipatnam also known as Bheemli, located at the mouth of the river Gosthani, is considered to be one of the safest and calmest beaches for swimmers. The beach with its invigorating climate coupled with the pleasantness provided by the lush green palm groves makes it a popular sea side resort.

Yarada Beach
Yarada Beach, located 15 kms away from Vizag city offers a fabulous landscape with its exotic blend of golden sands and the lush green stretch of hills. Nestled between the hills on all the three sides and the Bay of Bengal on one side, this beach could be an ideal spot for a day out.

Gangavaram Beach

The beautiful Gangavaram Beach, lined with palm trees is located near the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP), at a distance of about 26 kms south of Vizag. The beach has a beautiful coastline which attracts number of tourists and film makers.

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