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Getting to know Vizag’s aredent Gandhian, Saraswati Devi

Getting to know Vizag’s aredent Gandhian, Saraswati Devi

She was a highly respected lawyer with a marked difference - she strongly believed in and practices the Gandhian way…

6 years ago

5 temples around Visakhapatnam for an ultimate spiritual tour

This summer, indulge in a bit of history, a whiff of culture, a hint of art and sculpture and most…

6 years ago

Vizag’s century-old bakery continues to be the crowd favourite in the city

Many of the stores and eateries, in the old town area, have some history as well as a loyal customer…

6 years ago

Reliving the journey of Visakhapatnam over the past 50 years

Visakhapatnam city from the late 50’s till today, the city has undergone a change, but then are we headed in…

6 years ago

5 iconic structures in Visakhapatnam you need to know about

While the history of Visakhapatnam dates back to 260 BC, when Ashoka conquered the Kalinga Empire, the earliest substantial edifice…

6 years ago

The story of one of Visakhapatnam’s famous heritage buildings

Hawa Mahal, a grand edifice facing the sea on the Beach Road in Visakhapatnam, was constructed between 1917 and 1921. It…

6 years ago

Vizag’s age-old bookstore that stood the test of time

Vizag's age-old bookstore that stood the test of time: It all started with a woman scorned… unlikely as it seems,…

6 years ago

The many specialities of the temple at Annavaram

Annavaram, the abode of Sri Satyanarayana Swamy temple is just about 110 KM from Vizag on the National Highway leading…

7 years ago

Devdasi system prevalence found in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, state governments alerted

Devdasi, a figment of the past, spoken about in history, Indian theological and Temple history realms are very much prevalent…

7 years ago

GVMC, the persevering Vizag change agent since pre-Independence

GVMC, created for Madras Presidency, serving Vizag tirelessly!! In the year 1858, the first voluntary Municipal Association to meet the…

7 years ago