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Yanam is a special city in India, located in the Puducherry territory. It's like a small part of Puducherry that's surrounded by the Andhra Pradesh state, specifically the East Godavari district. Yanam and its nearby villages together form a district.

About Yanam

Yanam is a unique place with a rich history. It used to be a French colony, which means it was ruled by France a long time ago. This past gives Yanam a mix of Indian and French cultures.

Where is Yanam?

Yanam is on the eastern coast of India, close to the Bay of Bengal. It's located where the Coringa River meets the Godavari River. This makes it a place with beautiful water views and green areas.

People of Yanam

According to a count done in 2011, about 55,626 people live in Yanam. Most people in Yanam can read and write, with a literacy rate of about 79.47%. This means many people are educated!

Things to See in Yanam

Yanam has many interesting places to visit, showing its history and local culture.

Historical Places

Yanam has buildings and areas that remind us of its French past. You can imagine what it was like when it was called "Yanaon" and was part of French India.

Religious Sites

  • Venkanna Babu Temple: This is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Venkanna Babu. People often visit it, and there's even a special chariot (Ratham) that is used during festivals.
  • Mosque: Yanam also has a mosque, a place of worship for Muslims.
  • Church: There is a church in Yanam, showing the presence of different religions in the city.

Parks and Bridges

  • Children's Park: Kids can have fun at the Children's Park, a great place to play and relax.
  • Sri Potti Sreeramulu Yanam Bridge: This bridge is an important connection in Yanam, making it easier for people to travel.
  • Rajiv Gandhi Beach: You can enjoy the views and fresh air at Rajiv Gandhi Beach. Sometimes, you might even see a ferry crossing the water.

Images for kids

  • Yanaon

    Colonial Yanaon

  • French India 1741-1754

    French India

  • Yanam Venkanna Babu Ratham

    Venkanna Babu Ratham, Yanam

  • Yanam Ferry Road

    Ferry Road, Yanam

  • Yanam Draksharamam Road

    Draksharamam Road

  • Children's Park in Yanam

    Children's Park

  • Sri Potti Sri Ramulu Yanam Bridge

    Sri Potti Sreeramulu Yanam Bridge

  • Ferry of Yanam

    Rajiv Gandhi Beach

  • French Commissioner Family in Yanaon during 1940s

    French Administrator Albert Vollerin, his family and Maire Madimchetty in the 1950s

  • Organigramme of Yanam Municipality

    Organigramme of Yanam Municipality

  • Map of Yanam Constituency

    Map of Yanam Constituency

  • Yanam Venkanna Babu Ratham 2

    Ratham, Yanam

  • Yanam Venkanna Babu Gudi

    Venkanna Babu Temple, Yanam

  • Yanam Mosque

    Mosque, Yanam

  • Government Road, Yanam

    Church, Yanam

See also

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