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 beech, 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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