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Being the commercial and cultural hub of Andhra Pradesh India, Vijayawada enchants the visitor with an alluring charm. Vijayawada is the most important and busiest railway junction in South India as it is located along the Chennai Kolkata and Chennai Delhi railway routes. This delightful city is nestled on the banks of Krishna River and is bounded by Indrakeeladri hills and the Budameru River, all which add to the natural elegance of Vijayawada. This is a haven of natural fertility as most of the land is irrigated by the River Krishna. The Kondapalli reserve forest of ravishing lush greenery is the home to leopards, jackals, wolves, etc.
When in Vijayawada you definitely have to visit the magnificent Kondapalli Fort, located on the enticing Kondapalli hills. This amazing structure was constructed in 1360 by Hindu rulers of ancient times. However, over the centuries the fort has passed many hands of conquerors including being utilized as a strategic military garrison by the British. You will be mesmerized by the picturesque sight of the fortification which has three successive entry gates, including a great wall with towers and battlements. Rock tower of the Kondapalli Fort is a statuesque three storied tower made entirely of rock. While in this bewitching destination you can treat yourself to some renowned Kondapalli toys. These are exquisite figures carved and coloured from a sort of wood found in the Kondapalli forest. You may find figures of mythical characters, women and children adorning intricate patterns, which are ideal as souvenirs or gifts.
You can have a feast of the unique Andhra cuisine in the many restaurants and cafes of Vijayawada.Hyderabadi Biriyani is a scrumptious dish served in almost all the outlets which offer authentic Andhra delicacies.However,as the city has an array of coffee shops you may want to enjoy a quiet up of coffee as well.
Being one of the busiest railway junctions of India, Vijayawada is perhaps not surprisingly the home to a range of accommodation options. Hotels in Vijayawada range from budget, mid range to luxury. Your travel to Vijayawada can be made more memorable by choosing a hotel where you will enjoy the true hospitality of this enchanting city. The Gateway Hotel M G Road Vijayawada is an option where you will be treated to a panoramic view of the River Krishna while being pampered at a state- of the art health club.
