Markapuram is a town in Prakasam district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a municipality and is the headquarters of Markapuram Municipality in Markapuram revenue division. Markapuram is notable for the Chennakesava Swamy Temple, built by King Sri Krishnadevaraya. During Ratha Yatra there occurs a popular carnival; the town is also famous for Chenna Kesavaswamy on the day of Rathsapthami, which is attended by thousands of people coming from different parts of... the state. It is the second-largest town in Prakasam district after Ongole and it is the main place within West Prakasam district to avail all facilities. और पढ़ें