Ross Hill, Visakhapatnam

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Ross Hill, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Edit

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Ross Hill,Visakhapatnam, popularly known as Kanyamarykonda, is one of the highest peaks on Eastern Ghats. The hill is named after an Englishman Mr. Ross, who constructed his house on this hill during 1864. The hill is dedicated to three different faiths; hence, it is visited by people belonging to different religions and castes. The house was later transformed into a Roman Catholic chapel named, Our Lady of the Sacred Heat. The path leading to the chapel is beautifully adorned with Catholic icons and images. Another hill houses Ishak Medina, a tomb of the Sayed Ali Medina, a Muslim saint. The Venkateswara hill has a beautiful temple dedicated to Sri Venkateswara Konda. The hill offers a beautiful view of various beaches, shipbuilding yard and the Visakhapatnam Port.

Ross Hill, Visakhapatnam

Ross Hill, Visakhapatnam

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Must SeeEdit

Attraction

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Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

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Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxi/cab services operate in the city and offer 1-3 days packages.

Bus : Public buses (APSRTC) connect Visakhapatnam to most neighbouring regions and important places in the state. Private buses from Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, etc. are connected to the city.

Train : Visakhapatnam has an important railway station lies on Chennai – Delhi main line. This station is connected with all cities in India by rail. Taxis are easily available from the railway station.

Air : Visakhapatnam has a major airport located 12 km from the city centre. It is well connected to most major cities of the country. Taxis are easily available from the airport.

Others : Autorickshaws, Buses and cabs are available for transportation within the city.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry light cotton Clothes and open Sandals for Visakhapatnam’s warm weather.
  • Carry Camera.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product please confirm the price from local.

HelplineEdit

  • Police Station : 100
  • Apollo Hospital : 2727272
  • Information Center : 2788821

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