About Tatipudi Boating Point
Tatipudi Boating Point is a recreation facility on the Tatipudi Reservoir near Srungavarapukota in Vizianagaram District, Andhra Pradesh. The reservoir was formed by a dam across the Gosthani River and is surrounded by Eastern Ghats hills. The boating point is known for its calm waters, scenic landscape and leisure boating, serving as a popular day-trip destination from Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large reservoir with calm water surrounded by forested hills and a dam structure. The site offers a designated boating jetty with row boats and motor boats for short rides on the reservoir. There are open viewing areas along the water for sightseeing and photography, with a quiet natural setting and limited commercial development.
Key highlights
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Boating on Tatipudi Reservoir with hill views
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Scenic reservoir formed by dam on Gosthani River
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Surrounding Eastern Ghats landscape and greenery
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Photography and sightseeing viewpoints along the water
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Peaceful day-trip setting near Srungavarapukota
History of Tatipudi Boating Point
Tatipudi Reservoir was constructed between 1963 and 1968 across the Gosthani River to supply drinking water to Visakhapatnam city and provide irrigation in Vizianagaram district. The dam and reservoir later became a local irrigation and water supply asset and subsequently developed as a boating and picnic spot.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Visakhapatnam International Airport, about 60-70 km away |
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| By train | Nearest railhead is Srungavarapukota Road Railway Station, connected to Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram |