Bojjannakonda
Sankaram Bojjannakonda Anakapalle 531001, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Famous for: Rock-cut Buddhist heritage siteEvery day · 09:00 – 17:00
Getting there
37 km · Near APSRTC Dwaraka Bus Complex
Distances are approximate. Check local transport and road conditions before you travel.
Bojjannakonda and Lingalakonda at Sankaram are twin Buddhist hill sites — rock-cut stupas, monasteries, and sculptures from 4th–9th century CE near Anakapalle.
🌟 What Makes It Special
- UNESCO-nominated Buddhist heritage complex
- Carved stupas and monastery cells in rock
- Adjacent Lingalakonda hill with more ruins
- Important stop on Vizag heritage circuit
🕒 Visit Details
- LocationSankaram Bojjannakonda Anakapalle 531001
- Distance from APSRTC Dwaraka Bus Complex40 km by road (approx.)
- Visiting hours09:00–17:00
- Best time to visitNov–Feb morning
- Ideal duration1.5–2 hours
- Free entry; ASI site
✔️ Tips for a Smooth Visit
- Day trip from Vizag — allow half day with travel
- Steep steps to upper stupa
- Very hot in summer afternoons
- Pair with Anakapalle local lunch stop
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- What is Bojjannakonda famous for?
- Bojjannakonda in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh is known for Rock-cut Buddhist heritage site. Read visitor reviews and photos on Visiting Places Hub.
- Where is Bojjannakonda located?
- Bojjannakonda is located at Sankaram Bojjannakonda Anakapalle 531001, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. View the map and directions on https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/bojjannakonda-visakhapatnam.
- What are the opening hours for Bojjannakonda?
- Bojjannakonda is typically open Every day · 09:00 – 17:00. Hours may vary on holidays — confirm locally before visiting.
- How do I reach Bojjannakonda?
- Bojjannakonda is about 37 km from APSRTC Dwaraka Bus Complex. More travel tips are on the place page and the Visakhapatnam city guide at https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/in/visakhapatnam-andhra-pradesh.
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