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ARUKU VALLEY
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Introduction
The picturesque paradise of the Aruku Valley is in
fact a cluster of five valleys. The Aruku valley offers the nature
at its best and has a rich tribal heritage. In the hill resort of
Aruku Valley there is scenic splendor that soothes the eyes. The
amazing Aruku valley boasts of the gorgeous greens, flourishing
forests and the wondrous waterfalls. The various tribal
settlements here are conserving their rich culture and traditions.
The Dhimsa dance of the tribes is not to be missed. Sight Seeing
The hill resort of Aruku Valley has several tourist
attractions. The natural beauty of the Aruku Valley is immense and
incomparable. The entire landscape of the Aruku valley is dotted
with lush orchards.
Since Aruku is renowned for its tribal heritage you must visit the
Aruku tribal museum. The Museum in Aruku valley houses has a rich
collection of exhibits that reveal the tribal tradition and number
of artifacts pertaining to the Eastern Ghat Tribal Culture.
The pristine natural beauty of the Aruku Valley Ghats makes it an
excellent excursion from the Aruku valley. The Anatagiri Coffee
Plantations are must checkouts. The age-old Borra Caves are other
option for excursion from Aruku Valley. You may take up a
conducted tour to the Borra Caves.
Then there are the Sangda waterfalls that attract the tourists and
the adventure seekers alike. The waterfall is not just wonderful
it is indeed a spectacle to be enjoyed in the Aruku valley.
Matsyagundam in the Aruku Valley is another place of tourist
attraction that is worth visiting. At matsyagundam you can spot
fish of all sizes, pat them feed them et al. matsyagundam is
rightly called the fish pool. You may visit the temple dedicated
to Lord Shiva here.
Paderu in the Aruku Valley is another spot frequented by the
tourists looking for a tranquil holiday in the lap of nature.
The Padmapuram Botanical Gardens, Tida Tunnel, Damuku View Point,
Kothalasa Agriculture farm, Government Silk Farm and the Mulbary
Gardens are the other places of tourist interest in the Aruku
Valley.
The other hill resort of Aruku Valley Hills is in close proximity
to the Aruku valley.
Weather
The Aruku Valley experiences a pleasant weather all
through the year. Thus you may plan your trip to the Aruku valley
anytime.
Location
The Aruku Valley in Andhra Pradesh is an altitude
of 1300m above sea level and lies 110 km from Vishakhapatnum and
760 km from Hyderabad.
Getting there
Air
The airport at Vishakhapatnum is the nearest to the Aruku Valley.
Road & Rail
Regular bus services are available from Vishakhapatnum that is
at a distance of 110 km from Aruku Valley. Aruku it self has a
railhead
Accommodation
Accommodation is easily available in the Aruku valley. There
are the cottages, resorts, Inspection Bungalows and tourist
guesthouses
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