Vijayawada also known as Bezawada is a city in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. It’s known for the ornate Kanaka Durga Temple, of Hindu Goddess Durga which sits atop a hill overlooking the city. It also serves as the ritual host of Pushkaram (a river worshipping ritual in India) of River Krishna. It was called Vijayavatika (meaning Land of Victory in Telugu) when Goddess Durga killed the demon Mahishasura and rested on the Indrakeeladri Hill by the River Krishna establishing the victory over evil hence the place got its name Vijayavatika, “Vijaya”- meaning victory and “Vatika” meaning Place or land in Telugu Located 274 km away from Hyderabad and 350 km southwest of Visakhapatnam, Bezawada (as Vijayawada was known then) was founded around 626 A.D.
Paricchedi Kings is the second-largest city in Andhra Pradesh and is one of the fastest-growing urban areas in India. It also serves as the ritual host of Pushkaram (a river worshipping ritual in India) of River Krishna. There is a legend which says that Arjuna, one of the heroes of the Indian epic Mahabharata, prayed on top of the Indrakeeladri hill in the city and won the blessings of Lord Shiva to get the Pashupatastra to win the Kurukshetra War. Well connected by air, land and air the Vijaywada is well known for several established educational institutions. that attract students from across India Vijaywada has many historic locations, like Mogalrajapuram hills have five rock-cut temples, built during the 4th–9th centuries.
Some of the caves can be attributed to the Vishnukundina dynasty. Akkana Madanna Caves, at the foot of Indrakeeladri Hill, is a monument of national importance. At the foot of Indrakeeladri hills is the temple of Malleswara. The temple has inscriptions dating back to the 9th century AD to the 16th century AD by various kings. There are ten pillars and a mutilated slab (recognized as monuments by Archaeological Survey of India) with inscriptions in the Telugu language. Of them, the inscriptions issued by Yudhamalla I and II of Eastern Chalukyas are important. Open to tourist throughout the year, the best time to visit the city is in December and January.
Known for it Buddhist heritage in the past, Vijayawada is one of the rapidly growing urban markets of the country. The city’s economy is based on flourishing industry’s like construction, education, entertainment, food processing, hospitality, registrations, transport, etc. The city is home to numerous well known businesses. The city is known in the state for its cultural history, whose residents are more often referred to as Vijayawadians.[88] There are many religions, languages, traditions, and fest.Numerous festivals are celebrated here with much ferver including Durga Pooja and a special Theppotsavam in Krishna river are important events of the Hindu festival of Dussera in the city, mainly due to the existence of self-manifested Kanaka Durga Temple.
In the early 16th century, during the reign of Qutb Shahi dynasty (also known as Golconda Sultanate), diamond mines were found near Vijayawada on the banks of Krishna River Hazarat Bal Mosque is a Muslim shrine housing the holy relic of the Prophet Mohammed. The Gunadala Mary Matha Church is an important shrine for Christians and illuminates during Christmas Eve Vijaywada is well known for hosting arts and cultural festivals. tourism in Vijaywada isn’t centered just around culture and art, there are numerous places worth visiting in and around the city.
These include Gandhi Hill Memorial, Krishnaveni Mandapam, Lenin Statue, Victoria Museum, Bhavani Island, Mogalarajapuram Caves, Prakasam Barrage, and Rajiv Gandhi Park. Adventure seekers can try boating and parasailing in Bhavani island. There are numerous hotels, resorts, lodges,, and guesthouses that provide luxurious, mid range and budget accommodation to tourist. the restaurants serve variety of authentic spicey veg and non veg Andhra dishes. The street food scene is a foodie’s delight with Chinese, and snacks as well as items like dosa and idly being in huge demand by a tourist visiting the city. The nightlife in Vijaywada is great with numerous pubs and watering holes to quench thirst.
Tourist on the lookout for entertainment can watch movies at the multiplex or single-screen theatres or enjoy at the water parks. The shopping scene in the city is great with numerous shopping malls and markets selling everything from branded products to locally made goods, handicraft, and more. Tourists i9terested can visit the village of Kondapalli about 14 km northwest of Vijayawada, which is a famous toy-making center. The Undavalli Caves feature ancient rock-cut temples, carved out of a sandstone hillside and adorned with elaborate statues. The massive Prakasam Barrage stretches across the Krishna River. Nearby is Bhavani Island, with forests and waterfront gardens. This makes Vijaywada the perfect destination for a weekend visit.
