Borra Caves
Borra Caves
The million year-old limestone Borra Caves, is situated at about 56 miles north of Vizag. The caves, at a height of 1400 mts above sea level and occupying an area of 2 square kilometers is filled with fascinating stalagmite and stalactite formations of calcium deposits. The Gosthani river flows through the caves between the formations. William King George of the Geological Survey of India discovered the caves in1807. Among the formations can be found a ‘Shivalingam’ and an idol of a cow.
Near Borra Caves
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Araku Valley
Araku valley is one of the most important tourist destination in Andhra Pradesh. A pleasant hill station famous for its scenic gardens with lush green nature, valleys, waterfalls and streams.
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Birla Planetarium Hyderabad
Birla Planetarium and Science Museum is located in Naubat Road. The planetarium was inaugurated by Late Sri N.T.Rama Rao on 8th September 1985.
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Birla Temple (Hyderabad)
This shimmering ethereal temple of Lord Venkateshwara, built in sculpted white marble, floats on the city skyline, on Kala Pahad.
