Location: Amravati
Top Things to do in Amravati
The 10 Best Things to Do in Amravati, India
Amravati ( pronunciation (help·info)) is a city in the state of Maharashtra, India. Amravati is the 2nd most populous metropolitan city of Vidarbha after Nagpur. It is the 6th most populous metropolitan area in the state of Maharashtra. It is the administrative headquarters of the Amravati district. It is also the headquarters of the "Amravati Division" which is one of the six divisions of the state. Amravati is famous for its educational culture and high literacy rate. Literacy rate of Amravati is 93 percent. Among the historical landmarks in the city are the temples of Ambadevi, Shri Krishna and Shri Venkateshwara. The city is famous for Hanuman Vyayam Prasarak Mandal, the place which is famous for its facility for different kinds of sports.
Restaurants in Amravati
1. Shri Ambadevi Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
I went to Shri Ambadevi Temple. Located in the heart of Amravati, Ambadevi temple is reckoned as one of the oldest temples of the region. The principal deity of the temple is Goddess Ambadevi, incarnations of goddess Durga. According to historical records, Krishna heroically kidnapped Rukmini and got married to her in Ambadevi temple. It is great place to go.
2. MelGhat Tiger Reserve
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By agarwalridhi - Jaipur, India
You should travel in through the sanctuary in the vehicle provided by Melghat tourist place, which is nothing but open gipsy. They also provide one guide who have all the information about Melghat sanctuary.
3. Shri Bhakti Dham Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
I went to Shri Bhakti Dham Temple. Dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha, Shri Bhakti Dham Temple is situated on Amravati Badnera road. Shri Sant Jalaram Bappa idol is also placed in the temple and behind this temple a small park for children is maintained. It is great place to go.
4. Devi Point
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Dharini_R - Bangalore
If you are in Amravati, and wondering where to go then I would suggest a trip to Chikaldara. It is a hill station about 80 kms from Amravati.
Devi Point, Bhimkund, Melghat forest garden, Panch Bhol point, Gwaligud fort are some places you might want to halt at. At Devi point it is nice to see the water of Chandrabhaga river permeating through the rocks and you can experience a nice cold shower under the rocks where there is a devi shrine. It is a nice place to visit, I wish it had been cleaner.
5. Bamboo Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By hkmeena - Nagpur, India
This is first 'bamboo garden' of India in Amravati City. Amaravati residents will enjoy touring in this bamboo forest and this garden.
China has 340 species of the bamboo, India has such 134 species and Maharashtra is home to such 6 bamboo species. Maharashtra is the highest bamboo growing State and its largest and most famous bamboo nursery is known as Vadali. Vadali lake and nearby areas with hillocks are located at a small distance from Amaravati city and this is a forest area. It is where Vadali bamboo nursery is located. It is famous in the State as the bamboo nursery. At global level, 2 bamboo Gardens from China are famous- Anjeev and Kingdao. Out of area under forest in India, 13% forest is occupied by the bamboos. Therefore, there is scope to increase the bamboo cover of the country. This bamboo garden has been developed to increase usage of the bamboo, to develop bamboo forest as income source and also for environment balancing and for increasing public awareness about the bamboo species and for tourism. Amarawati Forest Department has also taken initiative for developing lotus garden, cacters garden, butterfly garden and a children's garden along with this bamboo forest.
Bamboos contribute a lot for environment conservation. They are used a lot in the south region. If usage of articles made from bamboos increase, then it will help to permanently solve the plastic problem. For farmers also, the bamboo can be a means of income generation. The scientists will also have scope to research on this subject. This bamboo garden has been developed with this approach. It is going to add more value to the heritage of the district. This bamboo garden has some unique features:
Cultivation of unique Bamboos
It has unique features such as the highest bamboo of the world, the most thick bamboo of the world, bamboo suitable for eating, sweeb bamboo, bamboo with thrones, artistic bamboo, bamboo in form of a creeper, show piece bamboo, bamboo without any branches, broken lake, lotus garden, bamboo pagota information centre, watch tower, bamboo bridge, bamboo bazar, forest awareness centre, auditorium, walk way, bamboo umbrella, bamboo arch, handicraft centre, rare valuable medicinal plants and such kinds of bamboos have been cultivated here.
Cultivation of 62 bamboo species
India is the second producer of the bamboo after China. As per the policy of the State Bamboo Mission, the bamboo is given importance as an alternative to the wood. Also, the bamboo helps for environmental conservation. Thus this first bamboo garden (bamboo forest garden) and bamboo nursery has been developed and it has 7 foreign and 55 Indian bamboo species.
For tourists there is adventure sports, lots of greenery to enjoy, pagodas and sit-outs for resting and a canteen run by women which serve a very tasty local food.
Enjoy the Bamboo Garden!!!
6. Upper Wardha Dam
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Amarkumarpethe - Morshi, Maharashtra, India
upper wardha dam near appalace simbhora dam morshi, a great place to visit with family and friends , veriour hotel for food and drink here , good quality food and liquor here , come for a day time picnic , play garden hare nereby salbardi and riddhapur also muktagiri you must visit , hotel A One good for eat & drink
7. Wadali Talao
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By aditya090511
The wadali talao is basically a small lake adjoin an amusement park for children. Boating facility, mainly paddle boats, are also available at very reasonable prices. It is advisable to visit the place during the weekdays when it is literally empty. Horse riding has also been recently introduced at Rs 70 per ride. Other areas of interest for children are toy trains (two). Overall a good place for children. In the evening, the ducks come out of the water and it is a very good sight to watch especially for the tiny tots. There is ample parking space and overall the prices for all rides are cheap.
8. Gawilgadh Fort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Dharini_R - Bangalore
The ruins of the Gawilgadh fort in Chikaldhara is a beautiful place, quiet and serene. The place seemed isolated and away from tourist glare, though devi point which is very close to the fort had a good crowd. The view from the fort is very beautiful owing to its high altitude location.
9. Gavilgarh Fort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Kaushik C - Calcutta, West Bengal, India
I had recently been to Gavilgarh Fort on a sight seeing from Chikhaldara for a day tour. Fort built in 1200 century went in the hands of Mughals for 260 years and then with British. The fort could have been properly maintained for its heritage. I liked the fort. Its a moderate to avreage.
10. Pandit Nehru Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By mhussain_bohra - Mumbai, India
We went to my aunt house with my family of 32 people and most of them are children. So we plan to visit Pandit Nehru Botanical Gardens. It was really good place for children they enjoyed a lot. There are many things are available for student who are interested in Botany.
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