- Papi Hills
Papi Hills (in
Andhra Pradesh ,India ) is a lovely place whose scenery resembles the scenery ofKashmir (North India ). The beautiful scenery of Papi Hills, the waterfalls at Munivaatam, and the peaceful atmosphere at this tribal area give a pleasant look and peace to visitors, making it a special attraction for tourists. The idol ofShiva under serpent shade was installed in Munivaatam.The Papi hills are a place apart. It has become the favorite destination for hundreds of nature lovers. Pilgrims and tourists going on weekend launch ride in Godavari. The trip down the river from kunavaram would lead to a different world where the nature delights the naked eye with grand spectacles.The hilly countryside patch-worked with tiny farm plots, the landscapes dotted with tribal habitations, the river banks forested with the timber reserves, the fresh air and the deep river all blend tighter to make it a magic place. They present ideal settings to enjoy the nature. The beauty of the uncrowned spaces all along the river makes people stop and stare
The ride in the river has been introduced as part of tourism promotion packages. It has become an enjoyable outing for the tourists who prefer to spend a weekend in the temple town. The river winds and twits through interesting rock formations the disallow the use of speed boats The launches, powered with the engines of 100 to 150 hp take six hours to cover journey.
District Tourism Promotion Council, Khammam (D.T.P.C) operates package tours from Khammam to Papi Hills & back every year as these tours are seasonal. The tours will be operated from October till February every season. The details of package tour are...
photoS by MARUTHI RAO
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