India / Andhra Pradesh /East Godavari / Kakinada

Kakinada is a city that is located in the East Godavari District in the State of Andhra Pradesh. Kakinada is a municipal city and it has good infrastructure and is extremely well planned. The city has witnessed growth in recent years due large investment in the area. The city has a God internal transportation system and there are many buses and auto rickshaws that are available in the city. Kakinada is a port city that has a deep sea port and it is also a center of deep sea exploration and other activities. There is a small island that is called the Hope Island that is located around 5 km from the old port. Kakinada was ruled by the Nandi Kings and later the British. The city witnessed substantial growth after the arrival of the European settlers in the region. The Dutch were among the first settlers in the region and they were followed by the British. There are many signs of colonial times that can be seen around the city. There are few churches that are located in the city. Kakinada is well connected to places such as Rajahamundry, Vishakaptanam and Vijayawada. The climate is hot and humid as the city is located along the Coromandel Coast.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 533001

STD Code: 884

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : The nearest airport is located at Rajhamundry which is situated around 65 km from the city. The airport is connected to Hyderabad by weekly flights. There are taxis that are available from the airport to the city. Taxis charge around Rs 1000 for the trip.

By Train : Kakinada has a good rail services from most parts of the State. The railway station is located in the city and it is served well by many trains that pass through the station. There are auto rickshaws that are available at the railway station and these are the best option to travel from the railway station.

By BUS : Kakinada has a deep sea port that is well connected to most of the important ports in the country. There are frequent bus services from different parts of the State to Kakinada as well. Government buses connect the city to the nearby villages.

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 Royal Park ; 9-1-107, Kosurivari Street, Main Road, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 533001. ; Ph – 0884 230 0000 ; Facilities – Doctor on call, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service,

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Jaya Residency ; Surya Rao Peta, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 533001. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Dry cleaning/laundry, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Balaji Grand ; 38-1-6, Cinema road, Opp. CBM school, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 533001. ; Ph – 0884 234 1111 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Venky Residency ; Jawahar Street, Opposite Salipeta Fire Station, Temple St, Rama Rao Peta, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 533001. ; Ph – 0884 230 2266 ; Facilities – Banquet facilities, Non-smoking rooms, Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Free airport shuttle, Laundry, Wheel chair access.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Arali ;  Mainroad,Kakinada. ; M –  918842344222 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• E,2 Multicuisine Restaurant ;  Dr.No:70-1C-2/3, NFCL Road, Kakinada. ; M –  91-9248722779, 9441710286 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

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Safety / WarningEdit

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

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

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