Amaravati
The proposed new capital of the Andhra Pradesh state, Amaravati is being currently built on the southern banks of Krishna River, a region rich in Satavahana and Buddhist history.
Things To See & Do
Amaralingeswara Swamy Temple
Tall Shiva Lingam
Located on the southern bank of Krishna River in the Amaravathi village, this temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (known as Amaralingeswara Swamy) and his companion, Bala Chamundika, the 4th of the 18 goddesses, is quite popular amongst the locals.
1-2 hours
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Amaravati Mahachaitya Stupa
An ancient Buddhist monument in the Amaravathi village
Built in phases between the 3rd century BCE and 250 CE, during rule of the Satavahanas and the Ikshvakus. The ruins of this Stupa were first discovered by Colin Mackenzie, the first surveyor general of India, in 1797.
1-2 hours
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Amaravati Heritage Centre & Museum
Earlier known as Kalachakra Museum
Located at Guntur–Amaravathi Road in the Amaravathi village, this 2-floored museum was inaugurated by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 2006 during the Kalachakra Maha Sammelan, to unveil the rich Buddhist heritage of the region to visitors.
1-2 hours
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Dhyana Buddha Statue
A statue of Lord Buddha in a seating position
Located on the banks of River Krishna, sprawled over a 4.5-acre complex in Amaravathi Village, this 125 feet (38 metres) high statue was commissioned in 2003 and completed in 2015.
1-2 hours
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Undavalli Caves
Built between the 4th & 5th centuries
Located in Undavalli village, about 20 minutes away from the new state capital of Amaravati, these caves were dedicated to Anantha Padmanabha and Lord Narashimha and used by the Buddhist monks as rest houses.
1-2 hours
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Best Time To Visit Amaravati
A perfect destination during winters!
OCT-FEB
Peak Season
JUN-SEP
Moderate Season
MAR-JUN
Off-season
- What To Expect:Pleasant weather all day long.
- Things You'll Love:Temple visits and bird sanctuary tours.
