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Location:
115-km From Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Nearby Attractions: Borra Caves, Ananthagiri Hills
Unique Feature: Tribal Inhabitation
Altitude: 600 To 900m
 Araku
Valley, 115-km from Vishakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh is
close to the Orissa State, border. This place lures people with
pleasant weather, hills and valleys. The natural beauty of this
valley comes alive with its rich landscape. The area of the valley
is roughly 36-km and the altitude is between 600 and 900m above the
sea level.
The journey
to this place on the Ghat road with thick forests on either side is
in itself interesting and pleasant. One can have a wonderful
trekking trip. 46 tunnels and bridges will greet you on the way. The
Ananthagiri hills on the way to Araku Valley are famous for coffee
plantations. Borra Caves located 29-km from Araku Valley, are one of
the famous nearby tourist attraction.
A Tribal
Galore
 Tribes
inhabit the entire area and there are around 19 tribes. Tribal
people who abound with their own folklore and traditions enhance the
beauty of this valley. Tribal lifestyle expresses itself in various
artistic creations like folk costumes and art literally differing
from tribe to tribe. Dhimsa dance is a unique feature of the tribes
of Araku Valley.
The beautiful
Araku Valley, with its bracing climate, orchards and the Anantagiri
Ghats, which present an enchanting view to the visitors, is
attracting tourists not only from all parts of India but also from
abroad as there are good communication and halting facilities.
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