Araku

[poornima lagadapati]

Araku Valley is a hill station and valley region in the southeastern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It's surrounded by the thick forests of the Eastern Ghats mountain range. The Tribal Museum is dedicated to the area's numerous indigenous tribes, known for their traditional Dhimsa dance, and showcases traditional handicrafts. A miniature train runs through Padmapuram Gardens, with its sculptures and tree-top huts.

 

[Himanshi Agarwal]

Best time to visit : December to February is the winter season and the temperature during these months drop down to five degrees Celsius. January is the coldest month of the year and it is the best time to visit Araku. From June to October is the monsoon season. Araku gets extensive rainfall in monsoon.