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Araku Valley
Andhra PradeshAraku Valley is a hill station in the Alluri Sitharama Raju district of Andhra Pradesh, known for its enchanting beauty, coffee plantations, and tribal culture. It is located 111 km west of Visakhapatnam and is often referred to as the 'Ooty of Andhra Pradesh'. The valley is inhabited by several tribal communities and is rich in biodiversity, with the Anantagiri and Sunkarimetta Reserved Forests being notable areas.
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Temples in Araku Valley
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Jwala Narasimha Swamy Temple
Kunti Madhava Swamy Temple
Sakshi Ganapati Temple
Tirumala Venkateswara Temple
Sri Govindarajaswamy Temple
Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Simhachalam
Sri Dasanjaneya Swamy Temple
Sri Kanaka Mahalakshmi Temple
Marakata Rajarajeswari Temple
Bhargava Narasimha Swamy Temple
Karanja Narasimha Swamy Temple
Srikalahasteeswara Temple
Kroda Varaha Narasimha Temple
Sri KarakaChettu Polamamba Temple
Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple
Sri Varahaswamy Temple
Bhramaramba Devi Temple
Kshatravata Narasimha Temple
Somyanayaki Temple
Sathyabhama Temple
Pavana Narasimha Temple
Shri Chokkanathaswamy Temple
Istakameswari Temple
Shri Someshwara Swamy Temple
How to Reach Araku Valley
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The nearest airport is Visakhapatnam Airport, approximately 107 km from Araku Valley. From the airport, one can take a cab or bus to reach Araku.
Reach by Train
Araku Valley is connected by rail through the Kothavalasa-Kirandul railway line. The Araku railway station and Shimiliguda railway station are the key stations in the area.
Reach by Road
Within Araku Valley, local transportation includes buses and taxis. Cabs can be hired for day trips to explore the valley and its surroundings.
Historical Timeline
- Introduction of tea in the Eastern Ghats by the British in the 13th century
- Development of coffee plantations by the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department after independence
- Establishment of the Andhra Pradesh Girijan Cooperative Corporation Limited (GCC) in 1956 to promote coffee plantations
- Handover of plantations to tribal farmers in the late 20th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to visit Araku Valley is from September to May, with peak seasons in September and March to May.
