How well do you know Visakhapatnam? Test your Vizag GK with this quiz

So you think you know Visakhapatnam… but how much do you really know? Whether you’re a born local or an outsider who has found home here, the city has a rich history and heritage that’ll make you proud. Take this quiz and answer these general knowledge (GK) questions to check your understanding of the city!

PS: For every answer you get right, give yourself a point. After answering all the questions, scroll to the end for a scoring scale to determine your GK level!

Visakhapatnam GK questions:

1. What nickname is Visakhapatnam popularly known by?
   a) The City of Beaches
   b) The Goa of the East
   c) The City of Destiny
   d) The City of Hills
   Answer: c) The City of Destiny
2. Who is the current collector of Vizag?
   a) MN Harendhira Prasad
   b) Ravi Shankar
   c) C Praveen Kumar
   d) Srijana Gummalla
   Answer: a) MN Harendhira Prasad
3. Which hilltop in Vizag features a massive statue of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati overlooking the city?
   a) Yarada Hills
   b) Kailasagiri
   c) Rushikonda Hill
   d) Ross Hill
   Answer: b) Kailasagiri
4. What is the name of the submarine converted into the only submarine museum in South Asia, located on RK Beach?
   a) INS Viraat
   b) INS Kurusura
   c) INS Arihant
   d) INS Chakra
   Answer: b) INS Kurusura
5. What is the geographical nature of ‘Erra Matti Dibbalu’?
   a) Sand Dunes
   b) Desert
   c) Red plateau
   d) Red rocks
   Answer: a) Sand Dunes
6. Which mountain range surrounds Visakhapatnam and contributes to its scenic beauty?
   a) Western Ghats
   b) Aravalli Range
   c) Eastern Ghats
   d) Vindhya Range
   Answer: c) Eastern Ghats
7. Which hill in Vizag was once known as the Hill of Mosquitoes?
   a) Rushikonda
   b) Ross Hill
   c) Kailasagiri
   d) Yarada Hills
   Answer: b) Ross Hill
8. What is the name of the cave system near Vizag, famous for its stalactites and stalagmites?
   a) Undavalli Caves
   b) Belum Caves
   c) Borra Caves
   d) Ananthagiri Caves
   Answer: c) Borra Caves
9. Which popular Telugu film director hails from Vizag?
   a) Trivikram Srinivas
   b) SS Rajamouli
   c) Puri Jagannadh
   d) Sukumar
   Answer: c) Puri Jagannadh
10. When did Vizag district become a Collectorate?
    a) 1795 AD
    b) 1803 AD
    c) 1810 AD
    d) 1825 AD
    Answer: b) 1803 AD
11. How many ports does Visakhapatnam have?
    a) 1
    b) 2
    c) 3
    d) 4
    Answer: b) 2
12. What was the name of the first-ever Visakhapatnam-made steamship?
    a) SS Jalaganga
    b) SS Jaladhara
    c) SS Jala Usha
    d) SS Jalaprabha
    Answer: c) SS Jala Usha
13. When was Vizag Steel Plant established?
    a) 1975
    b) 1982
    c) 1985
    d) 1990
    Answer: b) 1982
14. Which legendary cricketer hit his maiden international century in Vizag?
    a) Sachin Tendulkar
    b) Sourav Ganguly
    c) MS Dhoni
    d) Virat Kohli
    Answer: c) MS Dhoni
15. Which of these famous figures was was educated in Visakhapatnam?
    a) CV Raman
    b) Rajendra Prasad
    c) S Radhakrishnan
    d) Zakir Hussain
    Answer: a) CV Raman 
16. What ship ran aground in Vizag and is stranded near Tenneti Park?
    a) MV Krishna
    b) MV Maa
    c) MV Visakha
    d) MV Eastern Star
    Answer: b) MV Maa
17. What is Dolphin’s Nose in Vizag?
    a) A cape
    b) A promontory
    c) A cliff
    d) A peninsula
    Answer: b) A promontory
18. Which iconic food item from Vizag is sold at the beach?
    a) Bhel Puri
    b) Muri Mixture
    c) Punugulu
    d) Pakodi
    Answer: b) Muri Mixture
19. Which year did Cyclone Hudhud cause massive destruction in Vizag?
    a) 2010
    b) 2012
    c) 2014
    d) 2016
    Answer: c) 2014
20. Who was the last Maharajah of Vizag?
    a) Sir Goday Narayan Gajapathi Rao, KCIE
    b) Maharajah Vijayananda Gajapathi Raju
    c) Ananda Gajapathi Raju
    d) Pusapati Narayan Gajapathi Raju
    Answer: a) Sir Goday Narayan Gajapathi Rao, KCIE
21. Which train was named after Vizag Steel?
    a) Janmabhoomi Express
    b) Samata Express
    c) Duronto Express
    d) Konark Express
    Answer: b) Samata Express
22. What is the name of India’s oldest shipyard, located in Visakhapatnam?
    a) Cochin Shipyard
    b) Goa Shipyard
    c) Hindustan Shipyard
    d) Garden Reach Shipbuilders
    Answer: c) Hindustan Shipyard
23. What is Visakhapatnam’s earliest recorded name?
    a) Simhapuri
    b) Kulothunga Cholapatnam
    c) Waltair
    d) Vizianagaram Patnam
    Answer: b) Kulothunga Cholapatnam
24. In which ancient Buddhist site near Vizag was a relic believed to be Lord Buddha’s bone found?
    a) Thotlakonda
    b) Bavikonda
    c) Pavurallakonda
    d) Bojjannakonda
    Answer: b) Bavikonda
25. What is the famous tribal dance of Araku Valley near Vizag?
    a) Kolatam
    b) Dhimsa Dance
    c) Kuchipudi
    d) Yakshagana
    Answer: b) Dhimsa Dance

Scoring scale:

• 0 – 10 points: Vizag Beginner
  You’ve just scratched the surface. Time to explore the city’s history, culture, and heritage more deeply to increase your GK.

• 11 – 18 points: Vizag Explorer
  Overall, you know quite a bit about the city; however, there are still some hidden gems and fascinating facts waiting for you to discover.

• 19 – 23 points: Vizag Pro
  Impressive! You answered most questions correctly, and your general knowledge of Vizag goes beyond the basics. You truly understand the city’s identity.

• 24 – 25 points: Vizag Encyclopedia
  Outstanding! You’re a walking, talking guide to the City of Destiny. In fact, whether born here or not, you’re an expert in Vizag GK.

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