the Rajahs, but they had all been removed except four which are retained for honour and show. The town extends one mile south of Pathakota and is half-a-mile across from east to west. A stream popularly known as the Kaivalya flows close by to the east and another the Versh bounds it on the north. In the west of the town there is a fresh water pond named after its founder Polisetti who lived 200 years ago. That is the main source of fresh water-supply for the townsmen. It was considerably improved by the heads of the Estate and is now in charge of the Local Board. Floating festivals are conducted in it annually. In the heart of the town are several nice buildings and Palaces. The Rajah's Palace is the first. It is called Indra Mahal. Even within its premises are situated, besides the Harem and Durbar Hall other new halls and extensions, certain offices, such as Taluk Office, Bakshi Office and Treasury Office. Around the Palace are other construc-
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