Places to Visit in Vijayawada

Top attractions and must-see spots in Vijayawada

Landmarks

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  • Amaravathi

    Buddhist heritage town about thirty five to forty kilometers from Vijayawada, home to the country''s largest stupa.

  • Gandhi Hill

    Hilltop memorial with seven stupas, a planetarium, and a sound and light show on Gandhi's life.

  • Hazratbal Mosque

    White mosque drawing thousands yearly for a public viewing of a relic linked to Prophet Mohammad.

  • Kondapalli Fort

    14th century fort near Vijayawada blending Persian, Mughal, and Bahamani architecture, known for wooden toys.

  • Prakasam Barrage

    1957 barrage across the Krishna River standing on 160 pillars, connecting the Kolkata Chennai highway.

Museum

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  • Victoria Jubilee Museum

    Archaeology department museum with sculptures, inscriptions, paintings, and weapons tracing the region's past.

Scenic Spots

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  • Bhavani Island

    130 acre river island on the Krishna offering water sports and leisure activities.

  • Kolleru Lake

    Freshwater lake hosting around twenty million migratory and local birds between October and March.

  • Rajiv Gandhi Park

    Well maintained park with a small zoo, sunflower beds, and a daily musical fountain show.

Shopping

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  • Besant Road

    Commercial hub known for fashion retail, cinema halls, and dining, alive especially in the evenings.

  • MG Road and Eluru Road shopping belt

    Connected shopping streets offering electronics, books, clothing, and household goods alongside cinemas and eateries.

  • PVP Square Mall

    Large mall on MG Road with international clothing brands, a food court, and a multiplex.

Temple

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