This history of this region dates back to 2nd century . Satavahana period (230 BC -227 AD): The Satavahanas ruled this region with headquarters at Srikakulam . Prominent rulers during this period were Srimukha (founder), Goutamputra Satakarni and Yagnasri Satakarni (last Satavahan king). The Satavahanas imparted more stability and security to