The first group of Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims (58) reached Tibet Autonomous Region of China on June 20th through the Lipulekh pass.
According to Mr.Ashok Joshi, General Manager of Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam(KMVN), the nodal agency for the yatra"The pilgrims crossed over into Tibet through the Lipulekh pass located at 17,500 feet on way to Kailash-Mansarovar at 8:15 am".
"All the members of the batch were safe. They were found medically fit by Indo-Tibetan Border Police or ITBP doctors during a check-up at Gunji.
"The batch will spend seven days in Tibet where the pilgrims will have a darshan of the holy Mount Kailash then return to the pass" Mr Joshi said.
The duration of the pilgrimage is 21 days – 14 in India 7 days in China.
Image of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra used for representation
Dindi offers various range of staying options to visitors i.e relaxing stroll along the riverbank. Back water boating and a wonderful cruise experience, houseboat facilities etc. all the facilities offered by Andhra Pradesh tourism. The fully air-conditioned boats featuring a sit-out and dining area on the deck are remarkable.
Haritha Resorts has three cottages and is built in the middle of a beautiful pink lily pond, only a few feet from the River Godavari and is surrounded by lush greenery and quietness. It is a perfect choice for honeymooners which offers alone time. It offers 3 cottages: 1 Individual Cottage (A.C) to accommodate 2 Adults + 2 Children and 2 Double Rooms (A.C).
Haritha Coconut Country Resorts. Built and promoted by APTDC (Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation), it is nothing short of an oasis. It has groomed this delightful destination into one that offers the small pleasures of real country life making the trip more meaningful, authentic and a rare experience. It offers well-furnished 28 air-conditioned rooms and four suites which face the riverside and which provide a breath-taking view of the cocooned place. It also offers its visitors conference facilities, a swimming pool for recreation, a gym for fitness buffs, and children’s play area.
HOW TO REACH:
Dindi, a village of Malikipuram Mandal in East Godavari District in Andhra Pradesh State is 73.68 kms from Kakinada city, 373 kms from Hyderabad and 80 kms from Rajahmundry and its around 485 kms from Andhra Pradesh capital "Amaravati". The route to Dindi is via Bhimavaram - Palacole - Chinchinada Bridge - Dindi Village. For those who travel from Hyderabad, the best way to travel is drive in one’s personal transport from where they can reach Dindi via Vijayawada, Tadepalligudem, Tanuku and Pallakollu- Razole. The nearest railway station to Dindi is at Narsapur or Palkollu.
Kondaveedu Fort festival:
Historical Kondaveedu Fort, where a
two-day hill festival is set to begins from today.
The list of events includes paragliding, helicopter ride, cultural shows and adventure sports.
LED
lights have been erected along the ghat road extending to 4.3 km drawing
tourists.
The city is set to host the Vizag Yachting Festival in
the State from March 1 to 3, which will see a fleet of nine luxury
yachts arrive at the coast promising an exciting line-up of events for
adventure seekers. The festival is being organised by Andhra Pradesh
Tourism in association with E Factor.The festival is aimed at putting Vizag on top of the marine
tourism map.
Sri Venkateswara swamy temple in Amaravati build by TTD.
The TTD board going to be bulit the temple of Lord Venkateswara at the State capital of Amaravati at a cost of ₹150 crore. The construction of the temple would be taken up in the 25 acres of land allotted to it at Venkatapalem (Thulluru mandal) in Amaravati. The temple architecture which shall be a fusion of Pallava, Chola, Chalukya and Vijayanagara styles shall be initially built in five acres and the rest will be developed in a phased manner to suit the temple requirements.
The temple coming up at Amravati will draw inspiration from all of these temples.
Flamingo Festival : Flamingo festival at the famous brackish water lake Pulicat in Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary located at Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.In Sullurupeta held from January 20,21,22.
This festival is being held for the last 16 years to attract tourists to the sanctuary from the state and neighbouring states but lack of publicity has been the reason for poor attendance from the neighbouring state. This is one of the reasons for planning wide publicity in Chennai city to highlight the unique festival to the metro citizens and generate interest to ensure their attendance.
Flamingo festival provides an unique opportunity for people, particularly ornithologists, environmentalists, bird watchers, forest and tourism officials to not only study the bio-diversity of Pulicat and Nellapattu Bird Sanctuary, but also initiate measure to conserve the bio-zones for future generations. Pulicat lake, which is spread over an extent of 460 sq km, has Sulurpet, Dorvari Satram, Vakadu and Kota mandals in Nellore district bordering it. Thousands of birds of nearly 240 species visit the lake during winter. The annual visitation of birds, makes Pulicat and Nellapattu, a visual delight.
The winged species will prepare nests, brood the eggs and return to their native places along with their young ones by April.The migratory birds regularly visiting the district, include pelicans, flemingos, painted strokes, red legged cranes, pintails and black-winged birds.
Andhra Pradesh’s Hot Air Balloon Festival at Araku Valley from January 18 to 20.
15 countries with 20 Hot Air Balloons participating in the festival being organized by AP Tourism in association with Delhi based E-Factor and Sky Walt, the names behind the popular Taj Balloon Festival in Agra. A team from Delhi was on a two-day visit to the Araku Valley to finalize the event location. The camping site and balloon festival venue has been identified and the festival will be organized on a par with international standards.
The Araku Hot Air Balloon Festival will feature 20 balloons from countries like the UK, Switzerland, the US., Japan, Malaysia and Taiwan. The specially shaped balloons will resemble iconic characters, such as Bruno Clown, Honey Bee, Baby Car and Happy Chicken.
Highlights of the balloon Festival Araku
HOT AIR BALLOONING:
16 Balloons from 13 countries will fly over the magnificent Araku Valley presenting a visual delight for spectators on the ground and guests on board the balloons. There will be one morning flight followed by tethered flights in the evening. The night glows will be another grand spectacle where the inflated balloons will create a magic of light and colours to the accompaniment of music
PARA-MOTORING
The festival will see its share of hi octane adrenaline pumping flights by para motorists that are sure to wow the assembly of spectators
CAMP STAYS
Araku Balloon Festival presents a Glamping experience at Luxury Tents set up with all modern amenities and a thorough feel of the outdoors.
EXCURSIONS
The Picturesque Araku Valley has many facets for an explorer to seek. Daily guided excursions have been planned within the quantum of time in hand.
HOW TO REACH
The Total Distance between Visakhapatnam to Araku: 114 Kms (3 Hrs 15 Mins approx) Visakhapatnam to Araku Valley By Bus: This route has many different types of buses operating. E. g. Non AC Airbus, AC Sleeper (2+1), Non AC Sleeper (2+1), Volvo A/C Deluxe Semi-sleeper, Volvo A/C Multi-Axle Semi-sleeper. Government and private buses run frequently between Visakhapatnam and Araku Valley. Visakhapatnam to Araku Valley By Train: Trains are available from Visakhapatnam to Araku Valley, a journey of about 3 hours. Araku is the nearest railway station. Visakhapatnam to Araku Valley By Car: Hire a taxi from Visakhapatnam to Araku Valley to travel by road.
chance to win a hot air balloon flight at the Araku Balloon Festival.
