vizag history

Knowing Time Before the Advent of Clock Towers in Visakhapatnam

Knowing Time Before the Advent of Clock Towers in Visakhapatnam

Since time immemorial, Visakhapatnam has had a rich and eventful history with timekeeping. Clock towers, prominently located throughout the city,…

2 weeks ago

Visakhapatnam Port City: In the Japanese bombing and its aftermath

In the annals of World War II, the city of Visakhapatnam holds a unique and poignant place. This coastal city…

5 months ago

6 Vintage Landmarks that Showcase Vizag’s Glorious Architecture

Vizag's historical glory stands tall in our buildings and structures. The oldest walls in the city enclose some of the…

7 months ago

Visakha Museum Gets New Look, and a Visit From Top Officials

The Visakha Museum, which had been temporarily closed since 29 January 2024 on account of undergoing a major modernization project,…

7 months ago

Railways in Visakhapatnam: History and Heritage

With discussions rife about a new railway zone headquartered in Visakhapatnam, there is no suitable occasion than now to reminisce…

2 years ago

Visakhapatnam and its long maritime history of glorious ships

Over the centuries, there have been many good ships that were named after the city of Visakhapatnam. The Indian Navy’s…

3 years ago

The history of Mission Chapel- the first church building in Visakhapatnam

The first Protestant missionaries came to Visakhapatnam in 1805. They were from the London Missionary Society (LMS). This was the…

3 years ago

Have you heard of the 1780 Sepoy Mutiny in Visakhapatnam?

The first ever sepoy mutiny that took place in the whole of British India (which includes present Pakistan and Bangladesh)…

3 years ago

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Indian Navy in Vizag honours the sacrifices made

26 July is commemorated annually as Kargil Vijay Diwas to honour the supreme sacrifices made by the Indian soldiers during…

3 years ago

This World Heritage Day, see how the Vizag landscape has changed over the years

The city of Vizag has a rich history. The early painters centuries ago were instantly smitten by the Vizag landscape…

3 years ago