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Amaravati
Amaravati or Amaravathi is the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Krishna River, opposite Vijayawada (Bezawada) and northeast of Guntur.
Amaravati at a Glance
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- Amaravati Stupa
- Prakasam Barrage
- Pedavadlapudi
- Amareswara Temple
- Lakshmi Narasimha Temple
- Dhyana Buddha Statue
Amaravati at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Amaravati Stupa: The ruins of an ancient Buddhist site, probably built in phases between the third century BCE and about 250 CE. It has been considered one of the greatest monuments in Buddhist Asia, as well as the "jewel in the crown" of early Indian art.
- Prakasam Barrage: Built across the river Krishna connecting this city with Vijayawada, Prakasam Barrage has created a panoramic lake.
- Pedavadlapudi: A sixth-century town, used to be famous for oranges. Now, it is very famous for curry leaves.
- Amareswara Temple: Serves Lord Amareswara, has a history of about 2,000 years.
- Lakshmi Narasimha Temple: One of the eight sacred places of Lord Vishnu in India. It is also known for being one of the eight mahakshetras Narasimha in India.
- Dhyana Buddha Statue: This tall statue of the Buddha in a meditative (Dhyana) position was completed in 2015 to celebrate the Buddhist heritage of the city in ancient times.
Things to Do
- Amaravati Stupa: The ruins of an ancient Buddhist site, probably built in phases between the third century BCE and about 250 CE. It has been considered one of the greatest monuments in Buddhist Asia, as well as the "jewel in the crown" of early Indian art.
- Amareswara Temple: Serves Lord Amareswara, has a history of about 2,000 years.
- Dhyana Buddha Statue: This tall statue of the Buddha in a meditative (Dhyana) position was completed in 2015 to celebrate the Buddhist heritage of the city in ancient times.
- Lakshmi Narasimha Temple: One of the eight sacred places of Lord Vishnu in India. It is also known for being one of the eight mahakshetras Narasimha in India.
- Prakasam Barrage: Built across the river Krishna connecting this city with Vijayawada, Prakasam Barrage has created a panoramic lake.
- Sitanagaram: The famous Someswara Swamy temple is situated here. According to the legend, Lord Rama wept here for Sita when she was abducted by Ravana, hence the name Sitanagaram.
Sightseeing Places
- Amaravati Stupa: The ruins of an ancient Buddhist site, probably built in phases between the third century BCE and about 250 CE. It has been considered one of the greatest monuments in Buddhist Asia, as well as the "jewel in the crown" of early Indian art.
- Prakasam Barrage: Built across the river Krishna connecting this city with Vijayawada, Prakasam Barrage has created a panoramic lake.
- Pedavadlapudi: A sixth-century town, used to be famous for oranges. Now, it is very famous for curry leaves.
- Amareswara Temple: Serves Lord Amareswara, has a history of about 2,000 years.
- Lakshmi Narasimha Temple: One of the eight sacred places of Lord Vishnu in India. It is also known for being one of the eight mahakshetras Narasimha in India.
- Dhyana Buddha Statue: This tall statue of the Buddha in a meditative (Dhyana) position was completed in 2015 to celebrate the Buddhist heritage of the city in ancient times.
Temples
- Amareswara Temple: Serves Lord Amareswara, has a history of about 2,000 years.
- Lakshmi Narasimha Temple: One of the eight sacred places of Lord Vishnu in India. It is also known for being one of the eight mahakshetras Narasimha in India.
Places That Define Amaravati
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Amaravati Stupa
The ruins of an ancient Buddhist site, probably built in phases between the third century BCE and about 250 CE. It has been considered one of the greatest monuments in Buddhist Asia, as well as the "jewel in the crown" of early Indian art.
Prakasam Barrage
Built across the river Krishna connecting this city with Vijayawada, Prakasam Barrage has created a panoramic lake.
Pedavadlapudi
A sixth-century town, used to be famous for oranges. Now, it is very famous for curry leaves.
Amareswara Temple
Serves Lord Amareswara, has a history of about 2,000 years.
Lakshmi Narasimha Temple
One of the eight sacred places of Lord Vishnu in India. It is also known for being one of the eight mahakshetras Narasimha in India.
Dhyana Buddha Statue
This tall statue of the Buddha in a meditative (Dhyana) position was completed in 2015 to celebrate the Buddhist heritage of the city in ancient times.
Sitanagaram
The famous Someswara Swamy temple is situated here. According to the legend, Lord Rama wept here for Sita when she was abducted by Ravana, hence the name Sitanagaram.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Vijayawada International Airport (VGA), about 31 km from Amaravati.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Krishnapatnam railway station, about 9 km from central Amaravati.
- By Road: The most convenient way to reach Amaravati. APSRTC runs bus services from Vijayawada, Guntur, Mangalagiri, Sattenapalle, Piduguralla, Narasaraopet and Hyderabad to Amaravathi Bus Station.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Amaravati (Apr, May, Jun) averages 28–38°C with about 31 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Amaravati (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 27–34°C with about 91 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Amaravati (Oct, Nov) averages 24–32°C with about 124 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Amaravati (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 20–32°C with about 7 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 27°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C.
Local Transport
- By car: Parking in the city is improving. It may be easy to park two wheelers, but finding parking for cars is a bit harder.
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History
- Summary: Amaravati or Amaravathi is the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Krishna River, opposite Vijayawada (Bezawada) and northeast of Guntur.
- Overview: Amaravati or Amaravathi is the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Krishna River, opposite Vijayawada (Bezawada) and northeast of Guntur. Once the capital of the Satavahana dynasty and a major Buddhist centre in ancient times, Amaravati has become a cautionary tale in urban planning in the 21st century, where a change in state administration put a megaproject into a halt, with a series of legal battles for a few years. Nonetheless, Amaravati, Guntur and Vijayawada together constitute
- Ancient History: Amaravati is home to the capital of the Satavahana dynasty at Dharanikota, whose history dates back to the second century BCE. Buddhism was a major religion at the time, especially the Mahayana school. The Buddhist stupas of Amaravati were a major centre of art and education in India.
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- Overview: Amaravati or Amaravathi is the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Krishna River, opposite Vijayawada (Bezawada) and northeast of Guntur. Once the capital of the Satavahana dynasty and a major Buddhist centre in ancient times, Amaravati has become a cautionary tale in urban planning in the 21st century, where a change in state administration put a megaproject into a halt, with a series of legal battles for a few years. Nonetheless, Amaravati, Guntur and Vijayawada together constitute
- Accommodation: There are several accommodations in the old town as well as the eastern suburbs.
- Best Way To Explore: Buses are available on all major roads. Otherwise, you can get around by taxi, personal car, auto-rickshaw or on foot.
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Amaravati or Amaravathi is the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Krishna River, opposite Vijayawada (Bezawada) and northeast of Guntur.
Frequently Asked Questions
Amaravati is most comfortable in January and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 39°C) and the wettest months are September and October.
The nearest airport is Vijayawada International Airport (VGA), about 31 km away. The nearest railway station is Krishnapatnam railway station, about 9 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Amaravati Stupa, Prakasam Barrage, Pedavadlapudi, Amareswara Temple, Lakshmi Narasimha Temple and Dhyana Buddha Statue.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 31°C to 39°C over the year, with about 643 mm of rain in total.
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