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A huge sundial sits in the middle of lush greenery.
Situated against the serene backdrop of Ratnagiri Hills, Sundial is a must-visit for every tourist.
In modern times, we are blessed with the invention of watches and cell phones to check the time. In the past, people relied on sundials to tell time. In fact, there is a place in India where people still use sundials to tell time. Even in an age of advanced technology, sundials remain important to a select few. The sundial in question is no ordinary sundial. It is a large and impressive building spread over a vast area of land. So, where is this sundial and why is it so important?
There is a famous building on the Pampa river beach near the Annavaram Ratnagiri Temple in Kakinada District, Andhra Pradesh. If you ever visit this place, you will be able to see a huge sundial nestled in the middle of lush greenery. Like other sundials, this one also tells time through the shadow cast by the sun. But what’s special about this structure is that it’s not just used to tell time, but it’s also a major tourist attraction.
Situated against the serene backdrop of Ratnagiri Hills, Sundial is a must-visit for every tourist. The area around the sundial has been developed as a tourist attraction, allowing visitors to sit back and enjoy the peaceful mountains and scenery before them. Meanwhile, devotees can visit the Annavaram Satyanarayana Swamy Temple and spend time by the sundial and enjoy the tranquility.
According to reports, people often find that the time on a sundial is confusing to read. To simplify the process and make it easier for everyone to read the time, clear instructions were written in a box explaining how to measure hours, minutes and seconds by observing the position of the shadows. This will help you determine the time accurately.
The peaceful atmosphere and the lush green surrounding the sundial are a treat to the eyes. In addition to this, visitors will also enjoy learning how a sundial works. This makes it popular not only with tourists, but also with students who like to come here on weekends. If you enjoy the view from the top of the sundial, you will admire the flow of the Pampanadi river, creating a perfectly picturesque spot.
