VIZAG NAVY MARATHON - 8th Edition

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The 8th Edition of the Vizag Navy Marathon is an esteemed annual running event organized by the Indian Navy's Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. As the flagship marathon of the Indian Navy, it has gained immense popularity and recognition as one of the most significant sporting events in the state. What sets this marathon apart is its captivating scenic route that runs alongside the picturesque coastline, offering participants breathtaking views of the sunrise and the majestic Eastern Ghats. This unparalleled route has earned the title of "THE BEST SCENIC ROUTE IN THE WORLD" and attracts participants and spectators from all corners of the country and beyond.

The event is very huge tourist growth corridor. The race will be covered by the international media and talk loud about the state and its infrastructure. There is a large-scale local and non-local community from different parts of India. A considerable number of participants from the international arena do mark their presence and thus aid tourism directly. The event every year not only spreads the word about the event across counties but also benefits the event associates by building up brand value, reach, and recognition.

Vizag Navy Marathon stands apart among all the marathons in India because of the scenic route that lets runners enjoy the coastline on one side and eastern ghats on the other side of the route. The mesmerizing view of the sunrise from the horizon is a great view for both the participants and spectators. This scenic non-deviating course along the coastline is termed “THE BEST SCENIC ROUTE IN THE WORLD”. The 22 km stretch of run alongside the beach is nowhere to be found in India. Visakhapatnam stands proud of its clean beaches, spotless roads, and hospitable people in the Sunrise State of India.