Vanjangi Hills
Vanjangi
A hilltop viewpoint near Paderu where clouds roll through the valley below at winter sunrise, earning it the name "Hills in the Clouds" and making it hugely popular in recent years.
Vanjangi Hills lies near the town of Paderu at an altitude of about 1,000 metres. On winter mornings, mist settles across the valley and forms a vast sea of clouds around sunrise, so the hilltops appear to float above it. This is why the place is known as "Hills in the Clouds" (Meghala Konda). Visitors usually set out at 4 to 5 a.m. and walk 20 to 30 minutes from the parking area at the foot of the hill to the viewpoint. The clouds last for an hour or two after sunrise. On weekends in peak season the crowds are large, so arrive early to get a good spot and bring a headlamp and a warm jacket. There are simple food stalls at the top. The hills are about 45 km from Araku, roughly 1.5 hours by car, and there is a small entry fee.
Opening hours
Best around sunrise
Nearby sights
- Matsyagundam
- Lambasingi
- Chaparai Water Cascade
- Araku Coffee Museum
- Araku Tribal Museum
- Galikonda Viewpoint
- Padmapuram Gardens
- Ananthagiri Coffee Plantations