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Srikakulam
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Area: 5,837 sq.km
The
boundaries of this district are Bay of Bengal in the East, Vijayanagaram district
in the South and Orissa state borders in the West and North directions.
Rivers: Vamshadhara, Nagavali, Mahendra and Tanaya.
Tourist
Places: Baruva beach, Kaviti, Buddha Statue at Rayatheertham.
Pilgrimage
Centers: Arasavally Sun temple, Srikurmum temple, Sri Mukhalingam temple.
This district was ruled by Gangarajas, Gajapathis, Vijayanagara Kings,
Nawabs and French People. This place used to be a part of the Kalinga kingdom.
Forest area occupies 15.6% of the total district area. Tribal Corporation is making
every effort in uplifting the Tribal of this area. Bamboo and quality Timber are
the products obtained from these woods.Manganese is surplus in these district
and Mica in some parts of the district. Graphite and different Clays are also
available. Jute Industry is the biggest industry in the district. Cashew nut tree,
Orchids are grown with World Bank Aid. AP's first built hydroelectric Project
on the Machkand River is the water source and Power sources to the district.
Accessibility: Srikakulum is well connected by rail and road. The
nearest airport is at Visakhapatnam.
How to Reach This Place
Road : Srikakulam is located 104 kms from Visakhapatnam. It is well
connected by Road.
Rail : 104 kms from Visakhapatnam Railway
station.
Air : Visakhapatnam Airport.
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