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Madanapalle
India officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second most populous country, and the most populous liberal democracy in the world. India is a union of twenty-eight states and seven federally-governed union territories. New Delhi is the capital of India.
Madanapalle is a city and a municipality in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh state, India. According to the 2001 census, population was 97,964. It is a fast-growing town at the center of an agricultural region noted for its fruits and vegetables, especially tomatoes.
It is also a railhead and gateway to Horsley Hills, a small hill station and summer resort. It is the birth place of the famous Indian philosopher J. Krishnamurti who founded the Krishnamurti Foundation of America and the Krishnamurti Foundation of India. It is also known for its high quality silks, which are spun into exquisite sarees and other types of clothing. Neeruguttu palle is place in town where silk sarees are available on production cost.
Madanapalle was also the site of a major flood in the year 1996 caused by the monsoon rains. 20 people died and there was wide spread damage. It is world famous regionally for its movie theatres, health and education facilities. It is place for retired people due to its climatic conditions. Madanapalle is famous for the Besant Theosophical College named after Dr. Annie Besant. It also has a newly opened engineering college, Madanapalle Institute of Technology.
Like some of its sister municipalities and towns, Madanapalle is blessed with beautiful surroundings and a unique natural setting. The picturesque scenery, the majesty of nature, the slow pace of life, and the welcoming nature of its people all combine to make this region one of the most important tourist attractions in India.
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