9 ICONIC PLACES IN GUNTUR (GARTHAPURI)

GUNTUR, a city in Andhra Pradesh also called Garthapuri. It is the heartland –connecting different regions of the state. For those interested in facts Guntur is Asia’s largest chilli market yard in Asia–so Mirchi-lovers Guntur is the place haha.

Without wasting any time shuru karte hain 9 places to visit in GUNTUR.

1. Uppalapadu Birds Sanctuary

Near, Guntur Rd, Uppalapadu, Andhra Pradesh 522509

Timing: 6 AM – 6 PM

If bird-watching is your thing, make sure to visit this place. Birders, this place will not disappoint you!!

2. HRINKAR THEERTH (JAIN TEMPLE)

Chennai – Vijayawada Highway, Beside Raj Rajendra Dham Temple, Namburu, Andhra Pradesh 522508

Phone: 0863 229 3213

Make sure to take your family along for a divine evening. Lovely place with peace like nowhere else.

3. SURYALANKA BEACH

 I mean do I have to tell you why to visit this place–beach means party. Take your family and friends for a cool chill evening.

4. AMARARAMA

Unnamed Road, Wadgera, Karnataka 585355

This temple is dedicated to Hindu god Shiva. People have many beliefs about this sacred site’s impact. Visit this place for holy vibes and seek Lord Shiva’s blessings.

5. PANKALA NARASIMHA SWAMY TEMPLE

Kothapeta Road, Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh 522503

Timing: 7 AM – 3 PM

An interesting fact about this temple is that the statue of Lord Narasimha is seen with his mouth open. Devotees offer

Jaggery water to the lord. The jaggery water makes a gurgling sound when poured into the mouth.

6. KOTAPPAKONDA SRI TRIKOTESWARA SWAMI TEMPLE

 Kotappakonda Road, Narasaraopeta, Andhra Pradesh 522549

Phone: 086472 47133

Situated on a hill. 

What better place for a view to die for and an evening soaked in divinity.

 7. AMRAVATI STUPA

H9G4+7HQ, Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh 522020

Timing: 9 AM – 6 PM

This is a ruined Buddhist monument. It was probably constructed in parts between the third century BCE and about 250 CE in Amaravathi village, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.

8. AMARAVATHI ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM 

MAIN ROAD, opposite AMBEDKAR STATUE, Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh 522020

Timing: MON, TUES, WED, THURS, SAT, SUN: 9 AM – 5 PM ; FRI: Closed

For those who take interest in ancient artefacts, this place has alot in store for you.

9. KONDAVEEDU FORT

Edlapadu Mandal, Kondaveedu, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522549

Perfectly situated for great views and trekking trip with friends and family.

So, now we have 9 places to visit in Guntur.