visakhapatnam history

Spirits, shadows & superstitions: Interesting beliefs from old Visakhapatnam that will fascinate you!Spirits, shadows & superstitions: Interesting beliefs from old Visakhapatnam that will fascinate you!

Spirits, shadows & superstitions: Interesting beliefs from old Visakhapatnam that will fascinate you!

Growing up in India, most of us are no strangers to superstitions and omens. Warnings like “don’t step out after…

2 months ago
Saving Queen Mary’s Building: A heritage monument that is left to decaySaving Queen Mary’s Building: A heritage monument that is left to decay

Saving Queen Mary’s Building: A heritage monument that is left to decay

Heritage is a living testament of the history of a people. A monument tells its story to any and every…

2 months ago
Visakhapatnam through Marocharitra: Relatable Moments and Quirky Takes!Visakhapatnam through Marocharitra: Relatable Moments and Quirky Takes!

Visakhapatnam through Marocharitra: Relatable Moments and Quirky Takes!

Directed by K Balachander, Marocharitra is about the fateful romance between a Telugu woman, Swapna, and a Tamil man, Balu.…

3 months ago
Check out how old buildings of Visakhapatnam found new purpose!Check out how old buildings of Visakhapatnam found new purpose!

Check out how old buildings of Visakhapatnam found new purpose!

As a city of history and culture, Visakhapatnam is home to numerous architectural gems and heritage buildings. While some have…

6 months ago
Do you know Andhra Pradesh’s first film production studio was in Visakhapatnam? Do you know Andhra Pradesh’s first film production studio was in Visakhapatnam? 

Do you know Andhra Pradesh’s first film production studio was in Visakhapatnam? 

The Tollywood industry has a century-old history. Since the release of the first talkie film, Bhakta Prahlada in 1931, the…

6 months ago
5 things you can probably relate to if you live in Old Post Office area in Visakhapatam!5 things you can probably relate to if you live in Old Post Office area in Visakhapatam!

5 things you can probably relate to if you live in Old Post Office area in Visakhapatam!

The Old Post Office area in Visakhapatnam is one of the oldest places of establishments in the city after Bheemili.…

6 months ago
The cursed story of first Medical School building of Visakhapatnam!The cursed story of first Medical School building of Visakhapatnam!

The cursed story of first Medical School building of Visakhapatnam!

The history of Visakhapatnam holds many mysteries and untold stories, one such story is about the Visakhapatnam Medical School, which…

7 months ago
How one former president’s vision gave Andhra University its many firstsHow one former president’s vision gave Andhra University its many firsts

How one former president’s vision gave Andhra University its many firsts

When Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, was founded in 1926, it aimed to be more than a conventional affiliating university; it aspired…

7 months ago
Did you know? This iconic landmark in Visakhapatnam was a Maharajah’s gift!Did you know? This iconic landmark in Visakhapatnam was a Maharajah’s gift!

Did you know? This iconic landmark in Visakhapatnam was a Maharajah’s gift!

Strolling through Vizag's Old Town feels like stepping into a historical novel; every twist is like turning the page to…

7 months ago

7 untold stories about the iconic Dolphin’s Nose in Visakhapatnam

Dolphin’s Nose, the iconic headland that gives Visakhapatnam its beautiful skyline, is more than just a tourist spot. Rising 174…

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