Vijayawada
About the city
Vijayawada, the ‘City of Victory' is set amidst scenic surroundings on the banks of river Krishna and is picturesquely ringed by beautiful hills. This ‘Cultural Capital' of andhra Pradesh is an important historical, cultural, political, pilgrim, education and commercial cewntre.Vijayawada, the third largest city in andhra Pradesh is located on the banks of the river Krishna. Vijaywada literally meaning 'The Place of Victory', derived its name from the presiding deity Kanaka Durga also known as Vijaya. Earlier known as Bezwada it was an important centre of the Vishnukundin rulers in the 5C -6C and the headquarters of the Early Chalukyas of Badami. The city is a major railway Junction in South India. Vijayawada is a thriving business centre and a convenient base to visit the varied historical sites in the vicinity.
The third largest city of andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada is a business hub with the coutry's largest railway junctions and is surrounded on three sides by the Indrakiladri Hills. The Kanakadurga Temple, atop a hill dedicated to goddess Lakshmi. The Victoria Jubilee Museumhas a wonderful collection of rare Buddhist and Hindu relics from 2nd and 3rd centuries. The one km long Prakasam Barrage and the Bhavani Island are worth a visit.
Once known as the political as well as publishing capital of andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada is a vital rail and road link between the North and the South and is now known as 'the city that never sleeps. A major business centre, it is the hub of commercial activity in the coastal area. The Prakasam Barrage, the Kanakadurga Temple, the St. Mary's Church and the Moghalrajapuram Caves are some of the attractions in the city. The number of canals criss-crossing the city gives it a Venetian look. The city has heavy industries like the Thermal Power Station, Milk Products Factory, Jawahar Auto Nagar, Sugar Factory and Cement Manufacturing Units. The newly constructed Bus Station Complex is the biggest in Asia. Vijayawada, is located at the head of the Krishna delta, 70 km from the sea. Earlier known as Bezwada it was an important centre of the Vishnukundin rulers in the 5C -6C and the headquarters of the Early Chalukyas of Badami. The present name is derived from the presiding deity, Kanakdurga also called Vijaya. The city, a major railway Junction is picturesquely surrounded by hills on three sides, with the swiftly flowing waters of the Krishna river on the south. Today it is a thriving business centre and a convenient base from which to visit varied historical sites.