Kakinada, a Quaint Beautiful City to Explore in Southern India

Kakinada, a thriving port city and the administrative headquarter of the East Godavari District, in the state of Andhra Pradesh, is one excellent destination to relish fun-filled memorable journey. It is at a distance of 465 km from Hyderabad, which is the capital of Andhra Pradesh and is well-connected by excellent roads and railway lines. The epithets Fertilizer City, Second Madras, and Pensioner's Paradise, best define the city. The city owns a large number of fertilizer plants and is a major industrial hub in the state. It is one of the largest 2-tier cities in the nation and is a powerhouse of commerce housing number of Port based businesses and industry. Kakinada is also one of the best planned cities that dot the nation and at the same time is very peaceful and relaxing, hence bagging the two other epithets to the city.

Meanwhile, Kakinada is also a major centre of commerce in the state. The city owns a rich culture that is a seamless amalgamation of several other cultures that were brought-in by the different settlers. The rich cultural heritage of the city is reflected in the countless temples, churches, mosques, and other cultural centers located in and around the city. If one is a culture enthusiasts, he is going to find a pool of interesting opportunities to cherish. Religion is of high importance here and the milieu of religious festivity almost never ends here. Some of the most celebrated festivals in the city are: Christmas, Dashera, Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, Pongal, Ugadi, and Ramzan.

Kakinada is a historic city that has long been one major trading port in Southern India. For a considerable period it was under the rule of the Nandi kings, and subsequently the British. However, the city experienced major developments after the influx of European settlers. The Dutch, in particular were one of the first settlers in the city. Today, the aged bungalows, structures, and other signs of their colonial era are seen around the city. They are not just the good references to history buffs but also are popular points of interest to the tourists. As a tourist destination Kakinada is one fine place to unwind and spend a memorable holiday. Some of the major attractions of the city include: Kukkuteshwara Swamy temple, Draksharama Shiva Temple, Sri Bhimeswaraswamy vari temple, Hope Island, Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, Annavaram Satyanarayana Swamy Temple, the scenic locations of Godavari delta islands, Kotipalli Kotilingeswara temple, and the several gardens and ponds dotting the city.

Arriving at the city is an easy affair. The rail and roads are the best modes to reach the city. Besides, if one is travelling by air, the Rajahmundry airport is the nearest airport. The good thing is that there exist a couple of good Kakinada hotels near railway station, offering a content stay along with conveniences.

Talking about accommodations in the city, finding a hotel that suits one's stay needs and budget is an easy affair. Though, the number of hotels in the city is quite constrained but there exists a good range in the hotels. Royal Park, Arka The Business Hotel, PARADIGM SAROVAR PORTICO, Hotel Ishwarya, and Hotel Oak Tree are some of the good hotels in Kakinadato choose from.