🇮🇳 Machilipatnam, India

Machilipatnam is a city in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. It has a population of approximately 170,000 people. The city is located on the Bay of Bengal and has a natural harbor, making it of interest to seafarers and shipowners. Machilipatnam is known for its port, which is used for exporting goods like rice, tobacco, and seafood. Additionally, the city has a shipbuilding yard that produces small and medium-sized vessels.