Vanjangi
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Vanjangi | |
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.jpg) View of Eastern Ghats from Vanjangi hilltop | |
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.svg)  Vanjangi Location in Andhra Pradesh, India | |
| Coordinates: 18°02′48″N 82°38′57″E / 18.04667°N 82.64917°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| District | Alluri Sitharama Raju |
| Government | |
| • MLA | Kottagulli Bhagya Lakshmi |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Telugu |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 531 077 |
| Vehicle Registration | AP31 (Former) AP39 (from 30 January 2019)[1] |
Vanjangi Hill Station is located near Paderu in the Alluri Sitharama Raju district district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is approximately 3,400 feet above sea level.
Geography and Climate[edit]
Vanjangi is situated in the Eastern Ghats. The climate of Vanjangi is typically cool throughout the year.{{Citation needed}} The area experiences heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.[2]
Tourist Attractions[edit]
Vanjangi is well-known for its sunrises,{{Citation needed}} with visitors often beginning their trek early morning to witness the spectacle.{{Citation needed}} The hill station is enveloped in thick fog during the winter months,[3] drawing thousands of tourists.{{Citation needed}} [3] Winter sets in early in Vanjangi, with temperatures dropping to as low as 16 degrees Celsius. November is particularly popular for tourists due to its dense fog and clear views.[4]
Local Culture[edit]
The culture of Vanjangi is deeply rooted in the traditions of the indigenous tribal communities of the Eastern Ghats. Local traditions include colorful festivals, traditional dances, and unique handicrafts.[2]
They reflect the tribes' close relationship with their environment.{{Citation needed}} The local markets and gatherings showcase traditional attire, music, and dance.[5]
Transport[edit]
Vanjangi is accessible through several modes of transport, despite its remote location. The primary means of reaching Vanjangi is by road from Paderu. Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) operates buses from nearby towns to Paderu.
There is no railway station in Vanjangi itself. The closest major railway station is in Visakhapatnam, approximately 125 kilometers from Vanjangi.[6]
External links[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "New 'AP 39' code to register vehicles in Andhra Pradesh launched". The New Indian Express. Vijayawada. 31 January 2019. Archived from the original on 3 February 2019. Retrieved 9 June 2019.
- ^ a b Network, Newsmeter (19 December 2021). "Move over Lammasingi, Tajangi; Vanjangi is top tourist destination in Vizag Agency". newsmeter.in. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
- ^ a b PATNAIK, K. M. P. (25 October 2023). "Thick fog envelops Vanjangi, Lambasingi". www.deccanchronicle.com. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
- ^ Aruna (27 February 2024). "AP: SR Tourism Affected by Rising Temperatures and Year-end Exams". www.deccanchronicle.com. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
- ^ Vizag, Team Yo! (26 December 2020). "Be there to believe it! View from this vantage point in Vizag will blow you away". Vizag. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
- ^ "Vanjangi Hill Point Visakhapatnam (How To Reach, Timings)". news.hellovizag.in. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
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