Machilipatnam was founded in the 1493C.E. By the trading Arabs who found their way form the red sea to Southern India to the spot of eastern Peninsula.Machilipatnam was PORT of call for the British, French, and Dutch in the course of the merchandise and Journey through the Seas for trade in Europe, South East Asia and South East. The major export items are Diamonds, Spices etc.,Machilipatnam is famous for Pandu Ranga Swamy Temple, Bandar Port, Fishing Horbur, and high capacity S Band Doppler Cyclon warning RADAR was installed which is very near to medical college.
Connectivity:
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Air: Nearest Airport to Eluru city is Vijayawada Airport which is 63 km from Machilipatnam.
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Railways: Machilipatnam railway station is a 'B–Category' and 'Adarsh station' under the jurisdiction of Vijayawada railway division. Vijayawada Railway Station is at 71 Km distance
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Road: The National Highway 65 connects Machilipatnam to Pune via Hyderabad, Suryapet and Vijayawada. NH 216 from Kattipudi to Ongole, passes through the city.