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Historical Significance

• Ancient History:
  • Kadapa has historical links dating back to the 2nd century BCE.
  • It was part of the ancient Mauryan Empire and later ruled by Satavahanas.
• Medieval Era:
  • Dominated by the Cholas, Pallavas, Rashtrakutas, and later the Vijayanagara Empire.
  • After the fall of Vijayanagara, Kadapa came under the rule of the Nawabs of Kadapa and later the Mysore kingdom.
• British Rule:
  • Came under the British East India Company after the fall of Tipu Sultan in 1799.
  • The name "Cuddapah" was given by the British, derived from the Telugu word Gadapa, meaning "threshold" (as it was the gateway to the sacred Tirumala hills).
• Modern Era:
  • After India’s independence, it became part of the Andhra State, and later Andhra Pradesh.