Bheemli, Andhra Pradesh

On 9th March, 2009, me and a friend of mine working as an asst editor in a reputed publications planned to explore the red mud hills of Bhimli – also called as Bhimunipatnam. Had seen the same in multiple telugu movies. We had just heard about the place and were not aware of the exact location where to find the hills. Bhimli is famous for fishing – it’s the main profession of majority of villagers. You can get variety of sea food here. You wont find any good restaurant but you are advised to buy the same an cook at your home as per your choice.
As the southern coast gets hot very soon on summer days, we left at 7 AM in the morning. Through out the ways we asked multiple villagers who were less interested in showing us the place and more in getting a free lift. Any how, finally we transported multiple people to finally get to the hyped natural wonder.
To out surprise, or rather shock, the entry was closed for some stupid reason. We later fond out that there was a movie shooting which was taking place nearby and apparently the stupid southie star dint want any interruption. Dint know whether they had taken any kind of approval to stop people from visiting public places. We finally got into out exploration mode. We made out own way, had to climb few trees and squeeze into spine bushes. After 40 minutes of rigorous roadies stuff, we finally got to the place.
It was a sight, never experienced, never imagined. There were these red mud hills everywhere. Actually, the region is full of red hills. The rain water flowing from the top had first created cracks in the hills and which have slowly created channels for the water to flow into the sea. After hundreds of years, when the rainy season is long gone, you can see the empty passages filled with sand and surrounded by monstrous hills. The sight of the hills from the duct is equally breath taking as it is of the passage from atop. We clicked some really nice pics and came back completely satisfied. Full Paisa Vasool boss!!
On the way back, one should also check out the black sand beach near Bhimli. There is an entire stretch of half kilometer where you will find black sand. Even if you dig deep into the sand, the color prevails. Even the water looks black and No, that’s not drainage water directed into the sea.

PS: Through out the marine drive stretch, you can get the local alcoholic coolant – “Kallu”. You can have a sip or two – as long as its not fake – its good for your body and mood.