Heritage in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam started out as a small fishing village, which was named after the Hindu God Vaishaka, and became a part of the Kalinga Empire.
Today, the city is an industrial hub and popular seaport that connects the mineral-rich belt of Central India to the Eastern coast.
It embraces is ancient past and modern present seamlessly.
The city's rich historical and cultural heritage is absorbing and enchanting.
It used to be part of the Kalinga Empire and has been ruled by the likes of Ashoka and Krishnadeva Raya.
In the 18th century, Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag, used to be a Dutch colony.
A veritable paradise for nature lovers, Visakhapatnam is abound by scenic hills, golden beaches, natural valleys, ancient caves and lush green picnic spots with quiet creeks and coves.
The three hills surrounding the city are home to shrines dedicated to three different religions – Hinduism, Christianity and Islam.
The Venkateswara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva on Venkateswara Konda, the Church of the Virgin Mary on Ross Hill and the mausoleum of Baba Ishaq Madina Dargah on Dargah Konda are a testimony of religious diversity and harmony prevalent in India.
Visakhapatnam started out as a small fishing village, which was named after the Hindu God Vaishaka, and became a part of the Kalinga Empire.
Today, the city is an industrial hub and popular seaport that connects the mineral-rich belt of Central India to the Eastern coast.
It embraces is ancient past and modern present seamlessly.
The city's rich historical and cultural heritage is absorbing and enchanting.
It used to be part of the Kalinga Empire and has been ruled by the likes of Ashoka and Krishnadeva Raya.
In the 18th century, Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag, used to be a Dutch colony.
A veritable paradise for nature lovers, Visakhapatnam is abound by scenic hills, golden beaches, natural valleys, ancient caves and lush green picnic spots with quiet creeks and coves.
The three hills surrounding the city are home to shrines dedicated to three different religions – Hinduism, Christianity and Islam.
The Venkateswara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva on Venkateswara Konda, the Church of the Virgin Mary on Ross Hill and the mausoleum of Baba Ishaq Madina Dargah on Dargah Konda are a testimony of religious diversity and harmony prevalent in India.
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