Guntur is a city located in the Andhra Pradesh state of India. The Guntur is the leading center of learning and has been established as the textile and the transport hub of India. The main part of the population is still engaged in agriculture and the city is known for its chilies, tobacco and cotton.
Tourism Sector:
Guntur can be easily reached from a number of Indian cities easily. You can get cheap air tickets to Guntur easily if you book online. You can also travel to Hyderabad and then take local transport to Guntur. Cheap air tickets Hyderabad are also available.
Uppalapadu Nature Conservation: This Park is located in the southern part of the city and is mainly dedicated to the protection of endangered species of birds especially Spot-Billed Pelicans and Painted Storks.
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam: This dam is built on river Krishna. This dam has a rich past and heritage. This dam is located in a valley in Nallamala range of the Eastern Ghats. Civilizations dating back to several thousand years are believed to be settled here.
Amaravati: This is an ancient city that was established during the reign of Satavahanas who became the rulers after the fall of Maurya Empire. There are a number of ancient relics that are still preserved in the museums around this city. Amaravati is famous for Amareswara temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. A Buddhist Stupa known as Dhanyakataka or Dharanikota was also famous here.
Kondavid Fort: This fort is located in the Kondaveedu village nearby to Guntur district. Apart from main fort there are also other two forts which are in very disgraceful state today.
Prakasham barrage: It is an enormous barrage that is built on River Krishna. The barrage connects Guntur to other districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Undavalli caves: These are rock cut caves that were built around 4-5 century A.D. These caves are dedicated to Lord Vishnu. There is a posture of the Lord Vishnu in the reclining position which is sculpted on a single rock of granite.