Surrounded by vast stretches of lush grasslands and fruit orchards, Chilakaluripet in Andhra's Guntur district is indeed a hidden delight that one is unlikely to stumble upon. But, as you step into the city, its pleasant natural environs and its rich historical background certainly cast their charms upon travelers. Discovered and frequented by British traders during the 18th and 19th centuries, the quaint city has been known for its rich and abundant agricultural produce. For several centuries, it was managed under the feudal zamindari system, with a powerful zamindar or feudal lord controlling it. Although zamindari has been abolished, the city continues to be one of the leading hubs for agricultural production and trade in Andhra Pradesh.
Get a glimpse of the city's age-old zamindari system with a visit to the Pedda Kotha. This grand palatial structure is the abode of the city's prominent zamindar family known as Raja Manuri. The historical remains of the Kondavid Fort are also worth visiting.
Apart from its historic attractions, the city is also home to some interesting sites of commercial appeal. An initiative of the state government, the Spices Park in the Maidavolu region of Chilakaluripet is a must-visit place in the city. Here you may observe the processing and storage of various spices grown around the region such as chilly, turmeric, and so on.
There are numerous efficient means of transport available that make traveling within Chilakaluripet very easy. City buses are perhaps the most common means of local transport. They are especially preferred by the local commuters due to their cost-effective fares. However, the best way of traveling within the city for visitors is to hire a private vehicle from one of the city's rental services.
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.
By road Chilakaluripet is surrounded by Sattenapalle, Chirala, Guntur which are 21.09 km, 22.5 km, 22.83 km away respectively. These places are ideal spots for people to plan their short weekend break.