Amravati

Amravati is a district in the state of Maharashtra in India. Located in the central part of the country, it is a well-known tourist spot and also a major commercial and trading hub. The administrative headquarters of the district is located in the town of Amravati. The Amravati district map helps travelers to get useful information about various features of the district.Historicall called 'Udumbravati', the name Amravati is said to have emerged from the ancient Ambadevi temple situated in the district. Amravati is an ancient city established in 1097. It is believed that in the 14th century Amravati district faced a famine because of which the people in Amravati migrated to Gujarat and Malwa. Amravati was modernized when it came under the British rule.

It is believed that Lord Krishna used a tunnel from Ambadevi Temple in Amravati to elope with Rukmini from her wedding ceremony. The tunnel is said to exist even at present. Amravati also houses beautiful temples of Lord Krishna, Goddess Amba and Shri Venkateshwara. Agriculture and related activity is the main livelihood of the people here.