Summers demand to escape the hustle-bustle of life and explore beautiful places to beat the heat. There are a plethora of places in both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana surrounded by lush greenery and awesome waterfalls. If you are planning to go on a one-day trip or are willing to stay away from the city for a while then we have shortlisted some of the best places to visit.
List of Best Places To Visit In Summer In AP and Telangana
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Chintapalle-
One of the first and the best places to visit in Summer In Andhra Pradesh is Chintapalli which is located 839 meters above sea level. It is one of the best tourist destinations to visit during summer and winter. Chintapalli is a hub of thick natural resources, greenery, and beautiful streams. If you are visiting Chintapalli in Visakhapatnam there are plenty of things to do such as trekking, visiting orchid gardens, doing overnight camping, and many more. The best time to visit this place is in November, December and January, and summers. With no second thoughts, enjoy your trip to Chintapalli in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
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Lambasingi-
Lambasingi is a small village in the Eastern Ghats of Chintapalle Mandal of Visakhapatnam district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The area is cooler than the surrounding plains and is covered in moist deciduous forest cover. It is one of the coolest places to visit in Summer in Andhra Pradesh. Lambasingi experiences minus temperatures for which it is highly known as the “Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh”. This place is also known as Korra bayalu which roughly translates to “if someone stays out in the open, they will freeze like a stick”. Lambasingi is also home to pepper and coffee plantations farmed by tribal communities in some areas. Due to its beauty, Lambasingi is being developed as an eco-tourism destination by the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation. If you are visiting Lambasingi, you must try trekking, mountain biking, and overnight camping with family and friends. The best time to visit this place is during summers and from November to January.
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Konaseema-
A group of Islands between the tributaries of the Godavari River in the East Godavari districts of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as “God’s Creation” because of the similarities with Kerala’s backwaters and its beautiful landscapes. It is yet another beautiful place to visit in Summer in Andhra Pradesh. Kona Seema is home to a lot of artistic ancient temples, dense coconut groves. This place is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Andhra Pradesh because of its beautiful landscapes and greenery. One of the gorgeous places to visit with friends and family and do things such as fishing, rafting, camping, etc. Besides summer, the other best time to visit this place is from November to February.
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Horsley Hills-
An attractive hill station and tourist spot named after a Legend of a saintly old woman named Mallamma who lived on the top of the hill and was believed to have been fed by the elephants. Later that place came to be known as Horsley Hills when W.D Horsley – a British Collector built his home there around 1870. This is one of the places to visit during the summertime with friends and family. The road leading to Horsley Hills is very scenic with lush green trees on both sides of the road. As it is located at an altitude of 1265 meters above sea level, it becomes pleasant and one of the coolest places to visit in Summer in Andhra Pradesh. One of the places for Instagram pictures is the place has environmental parks, lakes, and sightseeing spots.
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Araku Valley-
Araku Valley is no wonder it is listed as one of the best places to visit during summer in Andhra Pradesh. It is generally called “the Switzerland of South India” because of its beautiful picturesque landscape and gorgeous tourist places to visit in summer. This place is also home to some of the most beautiful beaches and historical temples which portray its rich cultural heritage and history. The coolest thing about this place is the tribal caves located in the hills of Eastern Ghats. If you are a fan of tribals and their art, you must visit the special museum located here in Araku that specifically portrays the art of tribals. A few of the best things to do during your visit to Araku are trekking, camping, sightseeing, and visiting caves, etc.
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Nagarjuna Sagar Dam-
Located just 165 Kilometers from Hyderabad, Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is one of the best places to visit during the summertime in Telangana. It is a beautiful place which attracts a lot of tourists for its radiance and the dark green surrounding. This place offers marvelous panoramic views around one of the tallest dams in India. You can do and enjoy a plethora of activities on this trip such as boating in the man-made lake, Nagarjunakonda, where it has a lot of antique Buddhist excavations and visiting a wildlife sanctuary, etc with your family, and friends.
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Ethipothala Waterfalls-
this place is one of the extraordinary waterfalls around Hyderabad on the river Chandra Vanka. The Ethipothala waterfalls are a combination of three streams namely Chandravanka Vagu, Nakkala Vagu, Tummala Vagu. This waterfall is situated in a lovely locality surrounded by lush greenery on all sides. It is considered one of the best places to visit during the summer with friends, family, or your significant other. If you are a spiritual lover there are a lot of places to visit such as Ranganatha Temple, Dattatreya Temple, Macherla, Anupu, and crocodile breeding center.
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Ananthagiri Hills
Located in Vikarabad district, Telangana, Ananthagiri hills is one of the dense forests and is a vacation’s paradise. Mixed with coffee aroma and the beauty of colorful flora, this is considered one of the best places to relax and ease away from the hustle and bustle. Ananthagiri hills are the hub of ancient temples, caves, and medieval palaces which showcase the history and its cultural heritage. The best time to visit this place is of course during summer. If you are out to visit this place with friends and family you can do cool activities like kayaking, exploring coffee plantations, borra caves, going on trekking, and visiting Anantha Padmanabhaswamy Temple, etc.
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Kuntala Falls
An awesome destination for a one-day trip and is an ideal picnic spot. Around 261 km from Hyderabad, it is a very beautiful waterfall in the Adilabad District of Telangana. Kuntala waterfalls are the highest waterfalls in the state with a height of 50 meters and are one of the best places to visit during the summertime to beat the heat. The water, tender breeze, and flora around make it a pleasant and calm place.
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Pochera waterfalls-
Pochera waterfalls, the deepest of all the waterfalls in Telangana are the highlight of Telangana and are one of the most enthralling waterfalls in the state. It is one of the admirable places to visit in summer. The water streams through the rock-strewn bed and slopes into a pool. One of the best places to visit with friends and family and explore the wildlife sanctuaries nearby for an unforgettable and exciting wildlife experience.
