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Introduction:

Perhaps industrial centre is the exact term for Visakhapatnam. However, with its sun-kissed beaches and beautiful landscape, the city is also a big hit in the tourism market of Andhra Pradesh. Though Vizag is not a shopper's paradise, it has some quality things to set you on a shopping spree. Indeed you must be pondering over the question of 'what of buy', so here comes the answer. From this port city, you can purchase jewelry, handicrafts, clothes and traditional South Indian metal utensils.As a popular tourist attraction, Visakhapatnam has an extensive range of things on sale for the tourists.

Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

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He Served as Vice-Chancellor of Andhra University (1931-1936).

Dr.Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born on September 5, 1888, in a middle class family in the pilgrim town of Tirutani. His father, it is said, did not want his son to learn English, instead wanted him to become a priest. However, the talents of the boy were so outstanding that he was sent to school at Thirupati and then Vellore. Later, he joined the Christian College, Madras, and studied philosophy. Drawn by accident into philosophy, Radhakrishnan by his confidence, concentration and strong convictions went on to become a great philosopher

Dr.Sir C.V. Raman

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Sir Dr.C.V. Raman graduated high school from A.V.N. High School.

Mrs.A.V.N. College rememberd the late illustrious physicist, Sir C.V. Raman, who had close links with the institution. The college celebrated the birth anniversary of the Nobel laureate on November 7. Raman had studied in the Mrs.A.V.N. College High School while his father was working as a Lecturer in the Mrs. A.V.N. College, who later shifted to Trichinopoly.

Sri Kanakamahalakshmi Temple

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In so far as Sthalapuranam of this Temple is concerned, there is no authentic information. It is learnt that Sri Kanaka Maha Lakshmi Ammavaru is the family deity of the then “Rajas of Visakhapatnam”. The locality where the idol was found is called “Burujupeta” since it was near “Buruju” of the “Fort” of the then Rajas.

Important Milestones in the History of Visakhapatnam

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260 B.C: Ashoka conquered Kalinga, which ruled Visakhapatnam then.

208 B.C: Chandra Sri Satakarni became King.

220 A.D: Pallavas took over as rulers.

1000 to 1200 A.D: The Cholas came to power. 1500 AD: The Gajapatis overthrew the Gangas.

Araku valley

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Araku Valley is located 120 KM away from Visakhapatnam. This valley is a must-see for all nature lovers as it is resplendent with water falls and streams flowing along the train track and roads.

FamousPersonalities

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Alluri Sitaramaraju - Freedom Fighter

He was born on July 4th 1897 in the village of Pandrangi, 12 km from Bheemunipatnam of Visakhapatnam district. He was educated in Rajahmundry and Rama-chandra-puram in the East Godavari district. His father died when Alluri was in elementary school and he grew up in the care of his uncle, Rama Chandra Raju, a Tahsildar in Narsapur.

Erra matti Dibbalu

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Famous locations for film-shooting, these hills are mounds of red sand located adjacent to the beach along the Bheemli road, much after Rushikonda.

History Of Visakhapatnam

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HistoryCradled between the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam boasts of a deep-rooted cultural and religious heritage. Its rich natural beauty and splendour have attracted people from within India and abroad over the ages. The earliest mentions of Visakhapatnam are found in the Mahabharata and Ramayana. In the Mahabharata, the location where Bheema vanquished the demon Bakasura is believed to be Uppalam, a village located merely 25 miles away from the city.

Yarada Beach

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Located near Dolphin’s Nose, Yarada is one of Vizag’s most beautiful and safe beaches. This beach is well-known for its resplendent sunrise and sunset views. For those who wish to stay there, APDTC resorts are available.

Sampath Vinayagar Temple

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Vizag have many temples that reflects the architecture of old times and communal harmony of new times. IT upholds the rich traditions of India and respects its cultural and religious diversity.A rare glimpse of the Vinayaka idol at Sri Sampath Vinayaka temple at Aseelmetta

Dolphin's Nose

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Dolphin's Nose is a huge rocky headland 174 meters high and 358 meters above the sea level. It juts out into the sea, resembling the shape of a dolphin’s head, hence its name.

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