India /Andhra Pradesh /YSR Kadapa district / Kadapa

Kadapa is located in the Y.S.R Distrcit of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The city is located in the Southern part of the State and is relatively well developed. The city is an important part of the State as is the gateway to places such as Tirupathi. The city is located around 8 km from the banks of the River Penna. Kadapa is surrounded by hills such as the Palkonda Hills and the Nallama Hills. Kadapa is an old city and has been ruled by different kingdoms over the years. It was ruled by the Chola Kings from the 11th to the 14th century. Later it was conquered by the Vijayangar Kingdom. There are traces of these different dynasties that can be seen in the area. Kadapa was under Muslim rule and subsequently under the British also.There are many relics of buildings that were built by the Nawabs of Kadapa. There are many temples that can be seen in the town. Some British influences can be seen in the area and there are three churches that are located in Kadapa as well. There are two towers and a few dargahs that have been present since the time of the Nawabs of Kadapa. Kadapa has a tropical climate and the weather conditions are generally hot. Summers are especially uncomfortable and monsoon season brings substantial rain to the area. The conditions are hot and humid and visiting during the summer months is not the best option. Winters are comparatively milder and the temperatures are lower after the onset of the monsoons.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 516001

STD Code: 8562

Info Website: http://kadapa.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October-March

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Kadapa has an airport that is located around 8 km from the city center and the airport is connected by weekly flights to the city of Hyderabad. There are flights from Kadapa to Tirupathi as well. There are auto rickshaws that are available from the airport to the city ad they charge around Rs 100 for the trip.

By Train : The city has its own Railway Station named as Kadapa Railway Station, situated on the Chennai-Tirupati-Pune-Mumbai line. It has regular trains to many major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore and Hyderabad. Auto rickshaws are available from the railway station to the city. They charge fixed rates for different places in the city.

By BUS : Kadapa is connected with the major and minor cities of Andhra Pradesh by both state transport corporation and private buses. The cities like Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Tirupati etc are well connected with Kadapa.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Srinivasa ; Chinna Chowk, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Mantra ; Almaspet, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Blue Diamond Hotel ; Railway Station road, Maria Puram, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh 516001. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Wedding Services, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Ziara Hotel ; Ameen Memorial Hall Lane, Ameen Peer Road, Near Ameen Peer Dargah, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh 516001. ; Ph – 085 62 222101 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, Lounge, Wedding Services, Doctor on call.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Kanishka Restaurant ;  Ground Floor, Siva SAI Residency, Opposite Rtc Bus Stop, Cuddapah Ho, Kadapa – 516001. ; M –  9949902021 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Sri Mantra Family Restaurant ;  3/16, Opposite Dcc Bank, R S Road, Cuddapah Ho, Kadapa – 516001. ; M –  9247015199 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Manasa Garden Restaurant ;  Koti Reddy Circle, Cuddapah Ho, Kadapa – 516001. ; M –  (08562) 244675 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Kadapa is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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