Machilipatnam is situated on the mouth of the River Krishna in the Bay of Bengal on the Coromandel Coast of Andhra Pradesh.It is a famous tourist destination well known for Kalamkari fabrics and Kalahasti decorations. The city is also known as Masulipatnam or Bandar or Masula and is a famous fishing port of the state. The city has a historical story as it was ruled by several Indian dynasties. The city has developed into a popular tourist destination in the recent times. The city is well-known for long, broad and serene beaches, historical monuments and traditional artifacts. Manginapudi Beach, Dattashram, Panduranga Swamy temple, Machilipatnam Church, Ghantasala, Agastheeswara Temple, Gudivada, etc are some of the major attractions of this place.
Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh
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