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The town of Yanam lies on the spot where the River Coringa (Atreya) branches off from Gauthami into two parts. The entire region, consisting of Yanam town and six villages is treated as Municipality for purposes of local administration.
Yanam (previously Yanaon) is a town located in the Yanam district in Puducherry, India. It has a population of 35,000 and is entirely surrounded by Andhra Pradesh. It was formerly a French colony for nearly 200 years, and, though united with India in 1954, is still sometimes known as "French Yanam". [4]
Oct 8, 2024 · The town of Yanam lies on the spot where the River Coringa(Atreya) branches off from Gauthami into two parts. The entire region, consisting of Yanam town and six villages is treated as Municipality for purposes of local administration.
Yanam is situated on the East Coast, in the district of East Godavary, Andhra Pradesh. It was occupied by the French in 1723. It ranks the third in the antiquity of the Five former French settlements i.e. Chandernagar 1673, 2. Pondicherry 1674, 3.
The Yanam Municipality is acting according to the Pondicherry Municipalities Act of 1973 which had been introduced by the Government and in effect since 26-01-1974. The Municipality is functioning under the purview of Municipal Council.
Aug 21, 2023 · Yanam is known for its blend of French and Telugu cultures. The famous tourist places to visit in Yanam include Sri Veereswara Swamy Temple, Lord Sri Rajarajeswara Temple, St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, Yanam Beach and Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary.
Yanam, a small town in the Union Territory of Puducherry, has a unique history and culture that is worth exploring. The town was once a French colony, which explains why it has a distinct French influence. The French established Yanam in the 18th century to promote trade in the region.
