Rishikonda Beach

Locate : Just 8-km from Vishakhapatnam is the Rishikonda Beach in Andhra Pradesh.
Touring Seasons : August to October and January to March.

The Beach
Rishikonda beach in Andhra Pradesh is a golden, virgin beach, washed by the sun-warmed sea. Andhra Pradesh Rishikonda beach is an ideal beach destination for the sea combers.

The extensive soft sand and the unspoilt atmosphere around the beach provides a perfect ambience for the real beach lovers. Stroll around or sit under the sun, the surroundings of the beach is absolutely amazing. The Rishikonda beach at Vishakhapatnam attract tourists from all over the world.


Beach Accessibility
Airlines : Vishakhapatnam has an airport. Indian Airlines flies to Vishakhapatnam daily from Mumbai, Kolkatta, Hyderabad and Chennai.

Rail Lines : Vishakhapatnam is the centre point for the trains going between Chennai and Howrah and Howrah and Secunderabad. It is well connected by rail to all the important places in and outside the state.

Bus Lines : NH 5 (Howrah to Chennai) passes through Vishakhapatnam. The Vishakhapatnam to Steel Plant - Anakapalli Road is most modern 4 Line Highway spans 45-km. The APSRTC runs buses and private buses connect major cities of the state and the cities in the neighboring states of Orissa and Madhya Pradesh with Vishakhapatnam.

Charming Spots near Rishikonda Beach
Kailasagiri
Kailasagiri is located on a hilltop and is a must to visiting destination for tourists visiting Vishakhapatnam. The charismatic hill on the seafront, affords a bewildering scenic view, especially towards Bheemunipatnam.

Indira Gandhi Zoological Park
The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is located in Vishakhapatnam amidst the charming eastern ghats of India, bounded by hills on either sides and Bay of Bengal on the east.

Ananthagiri Hills
Anantagiri is a breathtakingly beautiful resort sheltered in the lush undulating ranges of the Eastern Ghats. It is considered to be a perfect head off to get away from the blistering summer months. The Ananthagiri hills are on the way to Araku Valley and are famous for coffee plantations.

Simhachalam
About 16-km from Vishakhapatnam is Simhachalam, famous for the temple of Sri Varaha Lakshminarasimha. This ancient temple has some intricate piece of architecture.

Bheemunipatnam
About 25-km from Vishakhapatnam is Bheemunipatnam. The most important aspect of interest at the place is the beach, which is perhaps matchless for its beauty all along the east coast.

Shipbuilding Centre
Vishakhapatnam is an important shipbuilding centre; the first steamer to be built in India was launched in Vishakhapatnam's harbour in 1948. Vishakhapatnam's port has grown greatly in importance because it has the only protected harbour on the Coromandel Coast.

Oceanic Activities
Stroll by the sea shore or relax under the sun, both are very exciting activity, one would experience on the beach. One can also try swimming, if interested.