1. The History of Amaravati: From Satavahana Capital to Modern

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Amaravati’s origins trace back to the 3rd century BCE when it was the capital of the Satavahana dynasty, a major power in southern India. The city flourished as a center of Buddhist learning and art, with the Amaravati Stupa becoming one of the most significant Buddhist monuments in India. Over centuries, Amaravati saw the rise and fall of various dynasties and was revived in the 18th century by Venkatadri Naidu, a local zamindar who built a new town and palace at the ancient site. In the modern era, Amaravati gained renewed attention after the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh in 2014. The state government selected Amaravati as the new capital, aiming to blend its rich heritage with modern urban development. Today, Amaravati stands at the crossroads of history and progress, symbolizing both Andhra Pradesh’s ancient glory and its aspirations for the future.