Dharmavaram

Dharmavaram is eminent throughout the country for its elegant silk sarees. Situated at a distance of approximately 47 km from Anantapur city, Dharmavaram has been named after 'Dharmamba', who was the mother of Sri Kriyasakthi Odeyar (person, who built the first tank in the region). Its cotton and silk weaving industry has made the city renowned not only in India, but throughout the world. Here, the artisans are also experts in making leather puppets. Your trip to Andhra Pradesh would be incomplete if you don't travel to Dharmavaram. In fact, it is one of the best places to shop for ethnic and stylish saris in the country.

Dharmavaram got its name after 'Dharmamba', the mother of 'Sri Kriyasakthi Odeyar', the one who dug the sacred Dharmavaram tank. Dharmavaram is famous for its cotton and silk weaving industries. Generally termed as "silk city", the silk manufactured in Dharmavaram is famous all over the world. It is also known for its expertise in making leather puppets. This place is famous as a pilgrimage centre with pretty small but prominent temples. The renowned God-man, Sri Sat