Tag: history

As old as independent India, the Jai Hind textiles store in Old Town in Visakhapatnam carries the torch of nationalism with pride. The store is a perfect example of the ...

This summer, indulge in a bit of history, a whiff of culture, a hint of art and sculpture and most significantly, loads of family time. Indulge in a road-trip with ...

It is not just the green hills and blue waters that Visakhapatnam is famous for. Akin to any other city with a proud heritage, the city of destiny too boasts ...

Edward Paul’s biggest passion has been unearthing Vizag’s chronicles over the centuries. In fact, every anecdote or yarn associated with Vizag’s past, has gone through his lens for verification and ...

Vizag’s heritage is a treasure chest of wonderful stories with One Town area being the focal point in the late 1800’s. Here are 5 famous sites in Vizag that reflect ...

She was a highly respected lawyer with a marked difference - she strongly believed in and practices the Gandhian way of life even today. Yo! Vizag interacted with the ardent ...

This summer, indulge in a bit of history, a whiff of culture, a hint of art and sculpture and most significantly, loads of family time. Indulge in a road-trip with ...

Many of the stores and eateries, in the old town area, have some history as well as a loyal customer base. No matter where people have settled in the city, ...

Visakhapatnam city from the late 50’s till today, the city has undergone a change, but then are we headed in the ‘smart’ direction? Dr. E.A.S. Sarma shares his views of ...

While the history of Visakhapatnam dates back to 260 BC, when Ashoka conquered the Kalinga Empire, the earliest substantial edifice still standing today is perhaps the 14-century Simhachalam Temple. Since ...