Rajahmundry , Andhra Pradesh
About Rajahmundry
The largest city of the district, Rajahmundry stands on the banks of the Godavari River. Its origins can be traced back to the rule of Raja raja Narendra back in 1022 AD. Since then, the city has thrived, becoming a center of commerce and a hub of activity.
If you were to visit Rajahmundry, there are a few things to be recommended which contribute to the cities unique identity. Mahatma Gandhi Wholesale cloth market represents almost 500 traders and is the largest by far in the Andhra Pradesh district. It’s renowned for its women’s sarees and menswear made with the co-operative handloom, producing good quality goods at a low price. Whilst you’re there, you may feel like picking up some bargain gold or silver. All these markets and commerce located around the Fort Gate area.
Coming out of town slightly, visitors shouldn’t miss the Sir Arthur Cotton Museum, a tribute to one of the great engineers of the Empire. Widely accredited as the ‘Delta Engineer’, Arthur Cotton brought a lasting irrigation system, transforming the area from marsh to fertile field. He’s fondly remembered in this memorial consisting of models, tool, manuscripts, plans and publications from the period.
Of course, one of the things you must do when visiting Rajahmundry is partake of its culinary delights. Savory snacks of the once a year Pulasa fish, said to bestow promotion, wealth and happiness. The lovely flavored ‘Rosemilk’, and the local speciality of the Pootharekulu.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Rajahmundry
Fort Gate (Kota Gummam), Andhra Pradesh
3.7 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Well known to all visitors to the city. Fort Gate is the area around old-Godavari station. The fort gate is no longer there, in its place, many...
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ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple, Andhra Pradesh
3.8 km from Rajahmundry - See map
One of the most renowned temples in the area, ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple, Rajahmundry was built in 2005 and inaugurated on the 9th...
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Rallabandi Subbarao Government Museum, Andhra Pradesh
3.9 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Rallabandi Subbarao Government Museum, located in on a canal section of the river on the outskirts of Rajahmundry. It was established in 1967, and...
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Kotilingeshwara Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh
4.5 km from Rajahmundry - See map
A short drive or bus journey from the town of Kakinada, the temple Kotipalli Kotilingeswara is dedicated to the giving and the worship or lingas....
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Old Godavari Bridge, Andhra Pradesh
8.1 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Sometimes known as the Havelock bridge, the old Godavari Bridge in Rajahmundry town served trains travelling between Howrah and Madras. It served...
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Sir Arthur Cotton Museum, Andhra Pradesh
11.5 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Constructed in 1988, the museum stands in honor of Rajahmundry’s greatest architect. Sir Arthur Cotton lived and devoted his time to the...
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Damerla Rama Rao Memorial Art Gallery, Andhra Pradesh
23.9 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Established in 1957 by Varada Venkata Rathnam, the Damerla Rama Rao Memorial Art Gallery holds a number of pieces made famous by the late artist....
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Papi Hills (Papikondalu), Andhra Pradesh
*33.3 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Papi Hills or Papikonda Wildlife Sanctuary or Papikondalu is a scenic place with deep gorges on Godavari river surrounded by densely Forested...
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Hope Island, Andhra Pradesh
*36.7 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Hope Island off the kakinada coast is located in the Bay of Bengal, a short distance - 7 kms out. Hope Island is so named for providing a...
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Draksharama, Andhra Pradesh
48.3 km from Rajahmundry - See map
One of the five powerful temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to local legend the siva linga at the temple was established by the god Surya....
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Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh
58.7 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and one of the oldest in Andhra Pradesh. It’s possible to reach by bus departing...
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Yanam, Pondicherry
63.8 km from Rajahmundry - See map
Yanam is a small town located near the delta of Godavari River and is part of Indian union territory of Puducherry. Yanam is a former French...
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