Bojjannakonda , Visakhapatnam
About Bojjannakonda
Just a few minutes drive from Anakapalle village, lies Bojjannakonda in Sanakaram Village. It is in this Sanakaram village, the one of the famous tourist spot of Visakhapatnam, namely Bojjannakonda lies. Bojjannakonda is believed to be dating back to 4th – 9th century AD. The place was once actually termed as Buddhuni Konda (Hill of Buddha). Also it is during this time period, the three important phases (Hinayana, Mahayana, and Vajrayana) of Buddhism evolved in this hillock.
There are two hills in Sanakaram and it is in the eastern hillock Bojjannakonda is situated. Tourists can see the entire hillock wrapped up by green paddy fields. Monolithic Stupas, monasteries, chaityas, nearly six rock-cut caves etc will definitely enthrall its visitors. One can see a Maha Stupa whose dome is built using brick. Around this Maha Stupa, there are bunch of monolithic Stupas. Towards the north of Maha Stupa tourists can see well terraced Chaitya’s Grihas which served as Monasteries for Buddhist Monks. Archaeological Survey says that an image of Goddess Hariti lies on the foot of this Hillock. The sculptures of Buddha and his attendants can be seen on the panels of the rock-cut caves. In this place Vaisakha Pournami is celebrated in grand fashion.
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Sankaram, Andhra Pradesh
6.8 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Sankaram is a village about 25 KMs from Visakhapatnam and is known for its 4th century Buddhist structures. The two main sites here are...
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Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh
19.9 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary is located about an hour away from the city and is best to visit during the winters. Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary is scenic...
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Simhachalam, Andhra Pradesh
31.9 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Simhachalam or Shimadri is a religious center which is dedicated to Lord Narashima, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This temple which is located...
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Gangavaram Beach, Andhra Pradesh
35.6 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Gangavaram Beach is one of the beautiful beaches located on the south of Visakhapatnam. Gangavaram Beach is lined with shady palm trees. Because...
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Yarada Beach, Andhra Pradesh
39.9 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Located about 15 kilometers from the city of Visakhapatnam, Yarada Beach is a well-kept local secret, surrounded by rocky hills. It is not...
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Visakhapatnam Aquarium, Andhra Pradesh
42.4 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Matsya Darshini or Visakhapatnam Aquarium is the only Aquarium and Fish Museum in Visakhapatnam. Located on of Ramakrishna beach, it has become...
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Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh
43.1 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Spread over 7146 hectares, Kambalakonda Reserve Forest was declared a wildlife sanctuary by the in 2002. Located 20 KMs away from Vishakhapatnam,...
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INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, Andhra Pradesh
43.7 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
The INS Kursura Submarine Museum was set up in 2011 the INS Kursura, an Indian Navy’s submarine. It is situated in the Vishakhapatnam’s...
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Visakha Museum, Andhra Pradesh
43.8 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Situated along the Vishakhapatnam beach, Visakha Museum houses the artifacts and historical treasures which belong to Kalingandhra Dynasty....
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Victory at Sea War Memorial, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
43.9 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Victory at Sea War Memorial was built in the year 1996 to commemorate the Victory of Indian Navy's Eastern Naval Command (ENC) in the 1971 War...
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VUDA Park, Andhra Pradesh
44.7 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Taraka Rama Park, generally known as VUDA Park, is an ideal place for all to spend evenings and leisure times on seashore with eye catching and...
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Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
45.4 km from Bojjannakonda - See map
Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is amidst of Kambalakonda Reserve Forest of Visakhapatnam. Spreading across nearly 625 acres, the park was opened...
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