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Visakhapatnam
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Cosmopolitan Port City

The gorgeous blue sea, seductively sandy beaches, breathtaking valleys and a luxuriant countryside?No we are not speaking about Goa! Cant you think of any other part in India with beaches? Well, we are describing Visakhapatanam- Vizag for all one of the best ports in the nation.An old world charm beckons you in Vizag yet, modernity is evident in every nook and cranny. Bullock carts and cars walk the same path concrete high-rises and thatched roofed cottages with while painted walls are next door neighbors. But, all this adds to lending to the unique flavor of Visakhapatnam.
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Tourist office(s):
Regional Tourist Information Bureau
VUDA Building, Siripuram
 2754716
Travel Tips
  • Bargaining with auto rickshaw drivers is highly recommended, whether you are in the city or the outskirts. There is no meter system with the rickshaws here.

  • As far as possible, pre-book a taxi from a hotel or travel agent if you're arriving to Visakhapatnam by flight or train. Taxis also work on flat rates, there's no metering system.

  • Visakhapatnam is well connected by bus. Traveling by bus is not a problem, but you need to ask someone the bus number which will ply between certain routes of the city.

  • The day time in Visakhapatnam is hot & humid, so plan your sightseeing trips 4 pm onwards. Carry sunscreen lotions & umbrellas. Visakhapatnam faces erratic monsoons, so you never know when you'll encounter a downpour.


Language Tips
The locals are fluent in Telugu and Hindi, and can understand English. Some helpful words:
Greetings - Namaskaaram
Yes - Awanu
No - Kaadhu
Do you have a room - Room undhaa
Where is the station? - Station yekada?
I don't know Telugu - Telegu telliyadhu
Thank you - Vandanaalu
I don't know - Telliyadhu

Emergency Info
24-Hour Chemists
Lalitha Medical Shop
C.D.R Diagnostic Centre
Waltair Main road,

Apollo Pharmacy
Dutt Island, Siripuram Junction
Tel : 2792159

Hospitals
King George Hospital
Tel: 2564891

Government Victoria Hospital
Tel: 2562631

 
 
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