5 Enticing Places To Visit In Andhra Pradesh's Araku Valley

Araku Valley is a hill station situated in Andhra Pradesh and is located 111 km west of Visakhapatnam. It is a location blessed with a lovely green landscape, scenic waterfalls, and a pleasant atmosphere. It is enclosed by the Eastern Ghats mountain range's dense forests. Araku Valley is home to several tourist attractions that draw tourists year after year. The breathtaking elegance of glistening waterfalls will delight nature enthusiasts. If you also want to enjoy this gorgeous place, here are some of the must-visit places at Araku Valley that shouldn't be missed:

1. Araku Tribal Museum

Araku Tribal Museum is one of the most popular tourist spots in Araku Valley. It displays the tribal culture of Eastern Ghats. The museum has been designed to showcase the tribal lifestyle. The museum is made up of many clay monuments that show their daily lives. There are several tribal items on display, including jewellery, hunting tools, and cooking utensils.

2. Borra Caves

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In 1807, William King George of the Geological Survey of India found the Borra Caves or Borra Guhalu. Karstic limestone forms the walls of these caves. You can see the amazing stalactite and stalagmite formations in the cave that are scattered around in various shapes, such as crocodile, tiger, human brain, etc.

3. Galikonda View Point

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The highest point in the Visakhapatnam district is Galikonda View Point. The beautiful green valleys, rivers and streams, railway tracks, mountains, and monuments can all be seen from above by visitors. You can enjoy serene surroundings and capture some memorable pictures with the backdrop of the entire valley. Also don't forget to enjoy the sunset.

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4. Coffee Museum

Another best place to visit in Araku Valley is the Coffee Museum. Tourists and coffee lovers can learn about the history of coffee. They provide top-notch coffee, chocolates, sandwiches, brownies, and other tasty items. There are 60 different coffee variations and 600 different chocolate varieties to pick from.

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5. Katiki Waterfall

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Katiki Waterfall is a stunning waterfall located near Borra Caves in the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, at a distance of 39 km from Araku. It is one of Araku’s best waterfalls with a perfect location and picturesque view. It is also an ideal location for adventure and trek lovers.

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