Visakhapatnam tourism boom: City emerging as a major tourist hub in Andhra Pradesh is set for further growth with new airport, luxury hotels: JLL
• Visakhapatnam offers diverse attractions including scenic beaches, historical sites, and natural wonders like Araku Valley and Borra Caves. • Major infrastructure developments include the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport, expected to handle ~6 million passengers annually in its first phase. India, 2024: Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag, is emerging as a prime tourism destination in Andhra Pradesh, India, explains a JLL report titled ‘Unlocking Visakhapatnam’s tourism sector: Strategies and Opportunities” released at the CII Tourism & Travel Summit 2024 held here today. The city's strategic location along the eastern coastline, combined with its diverse attractions ranging from beaches to historical sites, positions it well for significant tourism growth. In 2023, Visakhapatnam region contributed approximately 24% (about 61 million tourists) to Andhra Pradesh's total tourist inflow. The area offers a wide array of attractions including beaches like Ramakri...