India /Andhra Pradesh /Krishna /Machelipatnam

Machelipatnam is a town located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. This town is mainly famous as a port town, and it is located near the Bay of Bengal, in the Andhra coast. Machelipatnam is well known for its thriving painting and textile industry, and there are many natural locations in Machelipatnam that you can visit during your stay there. You can visit the many beaches in Machilipatnam during your stay there and these beaches are long, unexplored and pristine.If you want to get away from the mainland crowd and spend some time in peace, Machilipatnam is the ideal place for your vacation. There are many temples and places of religious interest in Machelipatnam too that you can visit. The Panduranga Swamy temple is a popular pilgrim hotspot here, and tourists also visit this temple to witness the many festivities time and again. This temple is dedicated to the deity Vishnu. There are five temples in Machilipatnam that are dedicated to the chief deity in the region, Lord Shiva. These temples can also fit into your itinerary during your stay in Machelipatnam.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 52100x

STD Code: 8672

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : The Vijaywada Airport is connected to the cities of Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai. Upon arrival one can opt for a taxi to the town of Machilipatnam. Taxis can be hired from outside the airport easily.

By Train : The nearest railhead is located at Vijaywada and it is well connected to many places around the country. This makes it an ideal transit point. The station is well connected to places such as Chennai and Delhi. Taxis are available from the railway station to the town of Machilipatnam.

By BUS : Machilipatnam is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular buses.

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

• Eswar Residency ; National Highway 214A, Englishpalem, Ramanaidu Pet, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh 521001 ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• RK Mess ; Kenedy Rd, Ramanaidu Pet, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh 521001 ; Ph – 086 72 221585 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Sip n Sip Hotel ; Ramanaidu Pet, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh 521001; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Satyam ; 21-225/22, Nair Baddi Center, Batchupet, Kenedy Rd, Reserve Police Quarters, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh 521001 ; Ph – 086 72 231507 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• RK Family Restaurant ;  Door No 23-246/1, Batchupet, Kenedy Road, Machilipatnam Ho, Machilipatnam – 521001 ; M –  (08672) 227585 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Udipi Sri Krishna Bhavan ;  Door No 7/644, Near Sri Venkateswara Theatre, Azad Road, Machilipatnam Ho, Machilipatnam – 521001 ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Vijaya Krishna Restaurant ;  Door No 11/304, Rajagari Centre, Machilipatnam Ho, Machilipatnam – 521001 ; M –  (08672) 223292 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

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• Kalamkari Work Sarees ; Tipsy Topsy ;  Besidetanishk Showroom, Labbipet, Mg Road, Vijayawada – 520010 ; Ph/M:  (0866) 2476030

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Safety / WarningEdit

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

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

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