Borra Caves
Visakhapatnam District
Andhra Pradesh
Introduction
Visakhapatnam District
Andhra Pradesh
Introduction
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Location
The Borra Caves, also called Borra Guhalu, are located on the East Coast of India, in the Ananthagiri hills of the Araku Valley. On the way to Araku Valley, 90 kms from Vishakapatnam.
Borra Caves are located at a distance of 92 Km north of Visakhapatnam. The caves open with 100 meter on horizontal plane and about 75 meters on vertical plane. These caves spread over an area of one square KM and the origin of river Gosthani which flows through the district. This you must see if you are in Araku Valley or in Visakhapatnam. This location is at a height of 800 to 1300 meters from MSL. William King the British geologist discovered borra cave in the year 1807.
How to Reach
The best way to reach this destination is by hopping aboard the Kirandul Passenger train which leaves Vizag & alternately we can book tourist vehicles up to the caves as well.
Best time to visit
Timings: 10 AM to 5.00 PM
December - February are the best months to visit this destination as the weather is pleasant an easier to navigate in as well.
Amenities
There is no accommodation available close to Borra caves, nearest point is Tyda Jungle bells 15KM or at Ananthagiri hill resort (10 KM )of AP tourism. However there are plenty of hotels available at Araku 36 KM and at Vizag 92 KM.
Travel tips
Borra caves on the list of must-visit places, both for the caves and train journey that takes you there through many tunnels.
Explore the Popular Sightseeing locations
Places Nearby
Chaaparai
Chaparai Waterfalls is a popular tourist attraction, with its endless streams that cut across big rock formations of Araku Valley. The area around the waterfalls has become a popular site for picnicking.
Katiki Waterfalls
Gatevalsa, the nearest place to the Caves, have Jeep services offering you a trip to waterfalls. This 120+ feet high cascading waterfall has to be reached by 20-30 minutes trek.
Tyda Jungle Bells Park
Tyda Park is an upcoming environment friendly project, which is situated about 38 km from Borra caves & 75 km from Visakhapatnam in Araku Valley. Tyda is a nice place for camping, trekking and birdwatching.
Kambalakonda Sanctuary
Spread over 7146 hectares, Kambalakonda Reserve Forest was declared a wildlife sanctuary by the in 2002. Belonged to Maharajah of Vizianagaram till as far as 1970, when it was brought under control of Andhra Pradesh Forest Department.
The Great Way to Explore the Significant place
Borra Caves
Introduction
The Borra Caves, also called Borra Guhalu, are located on the East Coast of India, in the Ananthagiri hills of the Araku Valley. On the way to Araku Valley, 90 kms from Vishakapatnam.
Borra Caves are located at a distance of 92 Km north of Visakhapatnam. The caves open with 100 meter on horizontal plane and about 75 meters on vertical plane. These caves spread over an area of one square KM and the origin of river Gosthani which flows through the district. This you must see if you are in Araku Valley or in Visakhapatnam. This location is at a height of 800 to 1300 meters from MSL. William King the British geologist discovered borra cave in the year 1807.
Significance
The 300 ft. thick roofed Borra caves spread over one square km., presents a beautiful display of naturally sculpted splendor.and are perched at a whopping elevation of about 705 metres. The combination of sunlight and dark conjures amazing dancing shaped in the depths of the Borra Caves which is a sight in itself. Natural skylights in the caves make way for kaleidoscopic imagery that imparts them a unique enigma of their own.
Animal lovers will find golden geckos hiding in the shadows of the niches. The journey up to the main destination with its picturesque location and a thrilling hike is a treat in itself. Visit this destination and explore the unique beauty of Araku Valley in all its glory. Breathtaking hilly terrain, beautiful landscape, semi-evergreen moist deciduous forests, and wild fauna of the area are a visual feast. This cave is the biggest in India considering the area it has spread geographically.
On your journey to Araku by train you can see picturesque Landscape with greenery, peaks and valleys. Before reaching Borra Guhalu Railway station the train passes through 42 tunnels. Before Borra Caves you can take a jeep ride to Katika Waterfall.
The picturesque territory and thrilling terrain of Borra Caves is the perfect destination to pursue a little trekking adventure over the weekend. With the waters of Katika Waterfalls cascading nearby, the scenic beauty of this place is only second to the adrenaline rush that a hike here provides.
History
The nature made Borra Caves are a million and odd years old and said to be discovered by William King in 1807. The river Gostani, beautiful hills and valleys surround these caves. The history of Borra Caves is perhaps as old as the history of the Araku Valley itself. Believed to have been formed as a result of perennial water flows over millions of years. The local tale says, the tribals discovered the caves, when a cow fell into the caves through the hole of the cave.
These caves are said have their origin from the river Gosthani. It was said, due to the flow of the river Gosthani through the layers of lime earth. As a result of this, varied rocks and shapes are formed in the caves. The total length of the Borra Caves is about 200 meters and the Dandakaranya - Bolangir - Kibur train track passes over the caves. Anthropologists have also found stone tools of middle Paleolithic Age dating back to 30000 to 50000 years indicating human habitation in the Borra Caves.
Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) is a state government agency which promotes tourism in Andhra Pradesh, India. APTDC offers tour packages of Heritage, Nature, Adventure, Health and Rural tourism representing rich historical and natural background of Andhra Pradesh state.
