Srikakulam — Travel Guide
Srikakulam is a city and the district headquarters of Srikakulam district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a municipal corporation and also the mandal headquarters of Srikakulam mandal in Srikakulam revenue division. The city is believed to have been founded by Balarama. A major part of the district is covered by forests falling under the Eastern Ghats running from the north-east. The town of Srikakulam is located at the banks of the Krishna River and is placed on the northeast corner of Andhra Pradesh. This town came under the kalinga region of ancient India and is known for its various ancient temples. The town has one of the longest coastlines in the state of Andhra Pradesh and its various beaches are also worth visiting. Srikakulam remained a centre of revenue collection for the Nizams of Hyderabad.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The nearest airport to Srikakulam is located 106 kilometers away at Vishakapatnam.
By Train
The nearest railway station is Amudalavalasa, which is 10 km away from Srikakulam.
Shopping in Srikakulam is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Srikakulam to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Srikakulam means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Srikakulam is the most important activitie
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