Nestling along the scenic shores of the Bay of Bengal, Bapatla welcomes you with the stunning view of a sandy beach and the balmy sea breeze softly brushing past you. Its charm is enhanced by the mystique and spiritual aura cast by the age-old temples adorning the cityscape. Located in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, Bapatla is a calm and secluded haven by the sea. Home to an Air Force Station and several universities, it is renowned as a prominent educational research hub. With the rustic charm of its quaint environs, Bapatla promises to be a delight.
For a memorable time in Bapatla, head to the marvelous Suryalanka Beach. Also known as the Bapatla Beach, it is perhaps the most popular attraction in the city. Secluded and serene, the picturesque beach is a perfect place to spend some time with your family and friends while enjoying the beautiful sea views.
Bapatla is also an ideal destination for spiritual travelers. The city is home to one of the oldest Hindu shrines in the state, Bhavanarayana Swami Temple. Built during the 14th century by the region’s Chola rulers, it is worth visiting for its religious as well as archeological value. Some of the other noteworthy religious sites in Bapatla include the Sai Baba Temple and Venkateswara Swami Temple.
There are several convenient options available for traveling within Bapatla. The public bus services ply on major routes within the city as well as connect it to nearby cities. Auto-rickshaws are the most commonly used means of transport. They can be easily hired from any part of the city.
On a daily basis there are approximately 13 flights that operate at Vijayawada Airport.Air India and SpiceJet are the most popular airline brands that fly frequently to this airport.
Besides flying you can also reach Bapatla through train.Bapatlais one of the most popular train stations in Bapatla.On an average about 62 trains pass through Bapatla on a daily basis.Tenali to Bapatla, Vijayawada to Bapatla, Ongole to Bapatlaare some of the most popular routes to Bapatla with 162, 140, 126 trains weekly respectively.
By road Bapatla is surrounded by Chirala, Ponnur, Vetapalem which are 9.28 km, 12.33 km, 13.26 km away respectively. These places are ideal spots for people to plan their short weekend break.