About Gandhi Hill
Gandhi Hill is a hillock and memorial complex in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, rising about 500 feet above the city. It houses India's first Gandhi Memorial with a 52-foot stupa, seven pillars, a library, planetarium and exhibition halls dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Developed as a tribute to Gandhi, the hilltop offers panoramic views of Vijayawada and the Krishna River and serves as an educational and leisure destination.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a hilltop memorial complex reached by a ghat road and steps, centered on a 52-foot Gandhi Stupa with seven pillars. The site includes a Gandhi Memorial Library, planetarium, exhibition halls with photographs and literature on Mahatma Gandhi, landscaped gardens and viewpoints offering panoramic views of Vijayawada city and surroundings. Areas to explore include the stupa plaza, gardens, and indoor exhibits, with light and sound shows held in the evening.
Key highlights
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52-foot Gandhi Stupa, the central memorial structure
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Seven pillars symbolizing seven principles
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Gandhi Memorial Library with literature on Mahatma Gandhi
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Planetarium and exhibition halls
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Panoramic views of Vijayawada and Krishna River from 500 feet elevation
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Light and sound show in the evening
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Landscaped gardens and leisure areas
History of Gandhi Hill
Gandhi Hill Memorial was developed as India's first Gandhi Memorial to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. The foundation stone for the 52-foot Gandhi Stupa was laid and the memorial was inaugurated by President Dr. Zakir Husain on 6 October 1968. The stupa and seven pillars were constructed to commemorate Gandhi's ideals, and the complex includes a library and exhibits on his life.
Culture & Context
The site serves as a cultural and educational centre dedicated to the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi, housing literature, photographs and exhibitions. It is a prominent civic landmark in Vijayawada used for educational visits and commemorative events related to Gandhi.
Route
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