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About Rayadurg

Located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, Rayadurg is situated in the district of Anantpur. The capital city that is located close to this village is the city of Hyderabad, which is located at a distance of 452 kilometers away from the village.

History and Culture of Rayadurg

History of Rayadurg

This city is well-known for its handloom industry. The term Rayadurga means the Hill Fortress of the King. The fort in this city played a very key role in the history of the Vijayanagara Empire. After this empire, Tipu Sultan captured this fort and converted Gooty as a part of his province. A part of the fort has crumbled down. At the slope of the hill, four caves can be found with the carvings of Siddhas.
The fort area consists of four temples that includes Narashimhaswamy, Elamma, and Hanuman. Devotees throng to these temples frequently. The other temples in this place are Prasanna Venkateswara, Jambukeswara, Venugopala, Kanyakaparameswari, and Veerabhadra. One more place that is very significant here is the Dasabhuja Ganapathi, a Lord Ganesha Statue that consists of 10 shoulders. The entire statue was carved out of 4 m tall monolithic stone.

Economy of Rayadurg

The areas around this city are famous for custard apple, tamarind, and groundnuts. Also, a special variety of brinjal and pomegranate. The other primary industries in this town are farming, garments, and silk. Close to 20,000 people work in the garment units and close to Rs.200 crores worth of garments is exported out of this city.

Tourism in Rayadurg

There are a number of diverse places in Rayadurg that can catch the attention of every tourist. Some of these places are-

Rayadurg Fort
As discussed earlier, Rayadurg fort is one of the significant destination points of interest in the entire state of Andhra Pradesh. Constructed at a height of 2727 feet above sea level, this fort is a strategic construction against enemies in the medieval period. The view of the town from the top of the fort is one of the primary attraction factors in Rayadurg.

Dasubhuja Ganapthi
As discussed earlier, this place is one of the most impressive sights in the entire state of Andhra Pradesh. It showcases the skillset that was used in the earlier era for constructing such a fine piece of architecture.

Temples in Rayadurg

There are a number of temples in Rayadurg that attract a number of pilgrims during the pilgrimage seasons. Some of these temples are-
  • Rasa Siddha Temple
  • Narasimha Swamy
  • Prasanna Venkateswara
  • Elamma Venugopala
  • Jambukeswara
  • Kanyakaparameswari
  • Veerabhadra
Each of these temples follow their own set of rituals. Hence, the tourists should pay attention to these rituals and follow them accordingly.

Silk Weaving Centers

These places attract a lot of tourists because of the extensive number of quality processes that are used to manufacture silk. One more thing that attracts many women tourists here is that silk sarees can be purchased here for very less prices.

Hospitals in Rayadurg

There are some well-known hospitals in Rayadurg. These hospitals show the seriousness of the medical healthcare that is provided in this village. Some of the well-known hospitals are-

Veternary Hospital
Address- Kanekal Rd; Chandrababu Naidu Colony; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

Pavan Medicals
Address - Pavan medical stores laxmibazar; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India
Phone - 081067 22124

Sai Medicals
Address - Kanekal Rd; Nesepet; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

Sabari Medicals
Address - Lakshmi Bazar; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India
Phone - 084952 52205

Govt Hospital
Address - Nesepet; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

Petrol Pumps in Rayadurg

People in Rayadurg need not go to any other place for fueling their vehicles. There are petrol stations available in this village. Some of these petrol bunks are-

Petrol Filling Pump
Address - Anantapur Rd; Nesepet; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

HP Petrol Pump - Sai Shree
Address - Sy.no 64A; Hpcl Dealers Molkamuru Road Rayadurg Village; Kadapa; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India
Phone - 09440511227

HP Petrol Pump - Vijaya Filling Station
Address - SY NO 107 Kalyandurg Rayadurg Road Gundlapalli X Beluguppa Mandal; Kadapa; Andhra Pradesh 515741; India
Phone - 08008131161

Petrol Pump
Address - Paithota; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

How to reach Rayadurg

The major railway station close to this city is the Bellary Railway Junction, which is located at a distance of 53 kilometers away from Rayadurg. There is one railway station in Rayadurg as well.

Hotels In Rayadurg

Since there are many places of interest in Rayadurg, people can stay in any of the hotels listed below. These hotels range from budget to mid-range and offer the basic facilities. Some of the well-known hotels are-

Jagguhotel
Address - Nethaji Road; Nesepet; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

Saif street
Address - #15-1-31/6;Near Dabbadi Complex; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India
Phone - 096420 79593

Janapati House
Address - Santhi Nagar; Rayadurgam; Andhra Pradesh 515865; India

Restaurants in Rayadurg

In Rayadurg, one can find the tastiest delicacies that are cooked in Andhra Pradesh. Tourists can try Andhra Chilly Chicken, Pappu (Andhra-styled Dal), Guntur Chicken and many more. Some of the well-known restaurants in Narsapur are-

Varshini Paradise
Address - Door No. 9-3-415B, Survey Number 297, Kanekal Road, Beside Sreelekha Hardware, Anantapur Dist., Rayadurgam, Andhra Pradesh 515865
Phone - 084952 52029

Laddu Suri Item Making Point
Address - Fort Road, Rayadurgam, Andhra Pradesh 515865

Madheena Biryani Center
Address - Bellary Rd, Nesepet, Rayadurgam, Andhra Pradesh 515865

Jyothi Meals Hotel
Address - Anantapur Rd, J.R.S Colony, Rayadurgam, Andhra Pradesh 515865

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