Who built Vizianagaram fort?
Who built Vizianagaram fort?
Vijayarama Raju-I
Vijayarama Raju-I laid the foundation of Vizianagaram fort in 1713 A.D. on the auspicious day of Vijaya Dashmi. The Victory arch was the main entrance to the Vizianagaram fort prior to the construction of Nagaar Khana. It has a temple of Lord Hanuman on one side and Goddess Lakshmi on the other.
Why is Vizianagaram famous?
Vizianagaram is a popular destination for the textile wholesale market. Vizianagaram district had a coastal belt of 28 km. Pusapatirega and Bhogapuram are coastal mandals with eight main villages and 16 hamlets.
What is the height of Vizianagaram?
The Agency tract mostly consists of the hilly regions covered by the Eastern Ghats which run parallel to the Coast from the North-East to the South-West. The average height of these hills is over 914 metres although there are several peaks of even 1219 metres high.
How many villages are there in Vizianagaram?
Complete details of Population, Religion, Literacy and Male/Female Ratio in tabular format….Vizianagaram Mandal – Vizianagaram.
| # | 9 |
|---|---|
| Villages | Korukonda |
| Administrative Division | Vizianagaram |
| Population | 5,012 |
Which is the largest port in Andhra Pradesh?
Krishnapatnam port in Nellore District of Andhra Pradesh is the largest private port on the East Coast of India. It is an all-weather deep-water Port capable of handling Cape-Size Vessels.
What is the height of Ganta Stambham in Vizianagaram?
68 feet
Locally called GantaStambham.. The 68 feet height clock tower built in1885. Located in prime place of the Town..
Who is the king of Vizianagaram?
Pusapati Vijayarama Gajapati Raju I.
What is the old name of Vizianagaram?
Vidyanagara
The capital of the Vizianagaram Samsthanam and later made a district headquarters in 1979, Vizianagaram was also known as Vidyanagara, thanks to the sheer number of quality educational institutions established in the 19th century.
What is special in Vizianagaram?
Top Attractions in Vizianagaram District
- Ramanarayanam Temple. Religious Sites.
- Ganta Stambham Clock Tower. Points of Interest & Landmarks.
- Tatipudi Reservoir. Dams.
- Ramateertham. Points of Interest & Landmarks.
- Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Vari Temple.
- Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Temple.
- Thotapalli Barrage.
- Saraswathi Temple.
Who is the Vizianagaram collector?
Smt. A.Surya kumari IAS
District Administration
| Name | Designation | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Smt. A.Surya kumari IAS | Collector and District Magistrate | 08922-276720 |
| Smt.M.Deepika, IPS | Superintendent of Police | 08922-276163 |
| Sri K Mayur Ashok, IAS | Joint Collector | 9492595026 |
| Sri M. Ganapathi Rao | District Revenue Officer, Vizianagaram | 9491012012 |
What is the area of Vizianagaram district?
1,592 mi²Vizianagaram / Area
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3kGc7EHHRM