Narsipatnam is in Anakapalli District.
Understand
[edit]Narsipatnam serves as the vital gateway to the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh. Often overlooked as just a transit hub, it is the starting point for journeys into the "Agency" areas, including the famous hill station of Lambasingi. The town is nestled between the coast and the mountains, making it a unique mix of plains culture and tribal mountain influence.
Get in
[edit]By bus
[edit]Narsipatnam has a very active APSRTC bus station with direct connections to major cities.
- From Hyderabad: Overnight "Super Luxury" or AC Sleeper buses are available. Fares typically range from ₹900 to ₹2,500 depending on the bus type.
- From Visakhapatnam: Frequent "Palle Velugu" and Express buses run from the RTC Complex (Vizag)
By train
[edit]The Narsipatnam Road (NRP) railway station is located about 40 km from the main town but is not used much. Lot more trains connect to Anakapalli and Tuni.
- From Hyderabad: The Godavari Express and Visakha Express are popular choices. A Sleeper class ticket costs approximately ₹340 – ₹450, while 3AC is around ₹900 – ₹1,100.
- From Visakhapatnam: Local passenger trains and expresses run frequently. The journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Get around
[edit]- Auto-rickshaws: The most common way to get around town. A short hop within the town usually costs ₹30 – ₹50.
- Shared autos: These run frequently between Narsipatnam town and the Narsipatnam Road Railway Station for about ₹20 – ₹30 per seat.
- Buses: Local RTC buses connect Narsipatnam to nearby villages like Golugonda and Nathavaram.
See
[edit]- Maridi Mahalakshmi Temple: A prominent local temple that draws large crowds during festivals.
- Thandava Reservoir: Located about 15 km away, this dam offers scenic views of the surrounding hills and is a popular picnic spot.
- Bommalamma Hill: A local viewpoint offering a panoramic look at the town and the beginning of the ghat section.
- Dharamattam Waterfalls
Do
[edit]- Day Trip to Lambasingi: Located 35 km uphill from Narsipatnam. Known as the "Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh," it is famous for its morning fog and coffee plantations.
- Day Trip to Aruku: Travel to Paderu and Aruku, the premier hill stations of Andhra Pradesh
- Kothapalli Waterfalls: About 30 km from the town. It is a multi-tiered waterfall that has recently been developed with proper steps for tourists.
- Yarravaram Waterfalls: A more rugged and less crowded alternative to Kothapalli, ideal for those seeking a quiet nature walk.
Buy
[edit]Eat
[edit]Mangilal Sweets - Marwari Sweetshop but its a historic local favorite. Samosas are quite good(10rs). They serve pakodis, mirchi bada, chat and the usual stuff.
Drink
[edit]3 to four wine store in town. Only one functioning bar. Public drinking is pretty common. A lot of pan shops let you have a drink beside them if you buy something. A fun sub culture but keep an eye out for the police. They wouldn't do much but expect a bribe.