Vijayawada to Greece

The third largest city of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada is blessed with immense natural beauty. The city is bounded by the beautiful River Krishna in the west and east, and the Budameru River in the north. Also, the Indrakeeladri Mountain in the western part of the city and Bay of Bengal on the far east add a distinct charm to this city. Vijayawada - which means a 'place of victory' holds great historical importance. The Kondapalli Fort - a rock tower that is spread across three stories is one of the major attractions of the city. According to some historians, this fort was built in the 7th century by King Krishna Deva Raya. One of the finest examples of Indian rock-carvings can be found in the Undavalli Caves, situated in the Undavalli village. This four-storied attraction that has been jointly created by nature and man features a grand statue of Lord Vishnu. To catch a glimpse of the age old sculptures, idols, pottery and handicraft items, one can pay a visit to the Victoria Jubilee Museum. Other places of tourist interest are the Mogalarajapuram Caves, Rajiv Gandhi Park, Gunadala Matha Shrine and Bhavani Island. From MakeMyTrip, one can book affordable travel packages to discover Vijayawada without any hassle.

The cross roads of colours, cultures and civilizations, Greece is a country of an affluent historical past and beautiful contradictions. Soak in the glory of Greece � walk through olive groves, explore breathtaking vistas from beaches to rocky terrain and relive the glory of the ancient sites. Holidays in Greece are becoming increasingly popular and you will find numerous holiday packages and cheap travel deals in the market. Vacations in Greece should also include tours to nearby places like Athens, Crete, Meterora, Hydra, Mount Parnassus and Olympia. Outdoor sports lovers should include kayaking, scuba diving and paragliding in their itinerary during their vacations to Greece.