Machilipatnam, Historic port city in Krishna district, India
Located along the Bay of Bengal, Machilipatnam serves as both a railway terminus and seaport with an elevation of 14 meters above sea level.
The British East India Company established their first trading settlement on the Bay of Bengal at this location in 1611, followed by French and Dutch control.
The textile industry in Machilipatnam produces Kalamkari fabrics, featuring hand-painted or block-printed patterns using natural dyes on cotton or silk materials.
The municipal corporation connects to Vijayawada through the Bandar Canal, supporting industries such as carpet weaving, rice milling, and scientific instrument manufacturing.
The local cuisine features specialties like Bandar Laddu and Bandar Halwa, while the Manginapudi Beach attracts visitors to its shoreline.
Location: Krishna district
Elevation above the sea: 14 m
GPS coordinates: 16.18174,81.13482
Latest update: June 18, 2025 22:32
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