Bhadrachalam via Papikondalu Tour Package

BHADRACHALAM VIA PAPIKONDALU TOUR PACKAGE

Bhadrachalam is situated on the left bank of sacred and perennial river Godavari, about 70 km from Khammam of Andhra Pradesh. Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy shrine is most famous temple in country. It is is a sacred pilgrimage for hindus, considered to be one the greatest holy shrines in south India with a very rich and unique historical background. The temple was constructed in the 17th Century by the local Tahsildar Kancharla Gopanna, popularly known as Bhakta Ramadas, a fervent devotee of Lord Sree Rama. housing one of the most famous and splendorous temples dedicated to Lord Sri Rama. The puranic and historic facts relate that Lord Rama long after he had shed his mortal coils manifested himself to save his devotee Bhadra Maharshi whom he promised "moksha" after intensive pepance until tretha yuga was over and Lord Rama, who was an incarnation Lord Vishnu, was back to this original avatar. Pleased by Bhadra's devotion, he appeared in form of Lord Rama (as per Bhadra's wishes) and granted him moksha. The Hillok on which Bhadra Maharishi did penance and attained moksha, is called Bhadragiri / Bhadrachalam. Another legend associated with the place is that Lord once appeared in dream of a woman called Pokala Dammakka and informed her about the existence of idols on the Bhadragiri hills. To her surprise she found the Vigrahas on Bhadragiri hills and pu up modest structure. This was origin of the present temple.

Papikondalu are fast becoming the favourite destination for nature lovers, enjoys going on the weekend pleasure trip by luxarious boats on the river godavari, takes you into a different world where nature rules in all her glory, untouched by man. One can see the picture postcard prettiness of a hilly countryside patch worked with quaint little farms, a landscape dotted with tribal habitations and river banks densely forested with the timber reserves. Feel the crisp fresh air invigorate your senses and lose yourself in the scenic beauty of the hills and its environs. The pristine waterfall at the quaint village of Perantala Palli and Ashramam is very popular with tourists. Papi hills are three in number, very tall looks like a boundry wall in the middle of river godavari, dividing East, West and Khammam district, is a lovely place whose scenery resembles the scenery of Kashmir (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 of Shiva under serpent shade was installed in Munivaatam. The original name for this hill range was 'Papidi Kondalu'. Papidi is a rough translation for partition in Telugu. Since this range looks like a well designed partition that splits river Godavari, this name was coined. In due course, it settled for 'Papi Kondalu'.

A) Name of the Package                       :        Bhadrachalam via Papikondalu 

                                                                          Tour package - one day

B) Visiting places:                                 :        Gandipochamma Temple,. Papi hills, Perantapalli, Bhadrachalam (Drop)

Tariff card:

Component	Package cost (with A/c. boat & Non A/c. Vehicle)
	Adult	Child  (5 to 10 Yrs)
Package cost	800	600
Fresh with hot water at Lodge if required	100	100
Pick up and drop from Railway station	Free	Free
Total	900	700

SCHEDULE

Date & Time	Description	Distance
1st Day 6.00 AM	Pick up from Rail way / Bus station then road journey from Rajahmundry to Pattiseema / Purushothapatnam.	35 KM
9.00 AM	Check in to boat,  Break fast with 2 idly + 1 Vada and Tea.
9.30 AM	Boat journey starts on holy river godavari towards Papikondalu hills.  View on boat Polavaram Project area, Pudipalli shooting spot.  On the way visit Gandi Pochamma temple at Gonduru.	55 KM
1:00 PM	Veg. Lunch in the Boat while on journey.	--
2:00 PM	Reach Papi hills which are three in number, situated like a wall in the middle of River godavari separating districts EAST, WEST and KHAMMAM, enjoy scenic beauty.	10 KM
3:00 PM	Reaches Perantapalli village of Khammam district.  Check out luxury boat then visit “Ramakrishna muni vatika”  which was established by Late Poojya Swamiji Balananda Saraswathi during 1927 then darshan of Swayambu Lingakara Sri Veereswara Swamy.	--
3.30 PM	Journey by Non A/c. boat from Perantapalli to Pochavaram.	25 KM
5.30 PM	Reach Pochavaram tribal village, check out the boat then road journey to Bhadrachalam.	75 KM
8.00 PM	Reach Bhadrachalam then drop at Lord Rama Temple which will be opened up to 9.00 PM.  Bus service available from Bhadrachalam RTC Complex as well as Train service available from Kothagudem (Bhadrachalam road) 40 KM away from Bhadrachalam.	--

Note:- The above schedule will be modified by the Tour Guide based on the circumstances.

                         For more details contact Guide RAM 9963089666 or visit www.papikondalu.org or mail to papikondalu@yahoo.com