Ananthapuram

Ananthapuram is a town in southern Andhra Pradesh that spreads across flat land in the Rayalaseema region. Wide roads run through residential neighborhoods with low houses and shops, while agricultural land reaches the town edge.

The settlement was founded in the 18th century under local rulers and grew into an administrative center. The place gained importance in the 19th century when British colonial officials chose it as the seat of a large administrative territory.

The name derives from the local Anantha Padmanabha temple, a centuries-old sanctuary that draws devotees from the entire region. The town is known for its cotton trade and peanut processing, visible in the fields around the town limits.

The town sits on a major highway that simplifies arrival from larger metropolitan areas. A railway station offers connections in several directions and allows day trips to surrounding settlements.

An international tennis school emerged here through partnership with a Spanish professional athlete and nurtures young talent from the region. The facility sits outside the town core and attracts athletes from different states.

Location: Anantapuramu district

Elevation above the sea: 335 m

GPS coordinates: 14.67832,77.60650

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:14