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Read the following passage carefully. Gandikota, the magnificient piece of nature’s architecture, has come to be known as the Hidden Grand Canyon of India. The travelers who visit will be stunned by its beauty. It is located in Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh. It resembles the Grand Canyon, Arizona, US. There are many astounding areas that are alluring to the visitors in and around Gandikota. ‘Gandi’ means ‘Canyon’ and ‘Kota’ means ‘Fort’. The village nearby this area is known to be Gandikota.The spectacular gorge formed by the Penna River that cuts through Erramala hills offers a beautiful view. A gorge is a narrow valley between hills or mountains, with steep rocky walls and a stream running through it. In fact, gorges are formed because of erosion of rock over a long period of time. (Gandikota – The Grand Canyon of India) Now, answer the following questions. 1. What is Gandikota to be known as?2. What makes the travelers stunned?3. Where is Gandikota located?4. What is a gorge?5. How are gorges formed?

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1. The Hidden Grand Canyon of India

2. The beauty of Gandikota

3. In Kadapa District

4. A gorge is a narrow valley between hills or mountains, with steep rocky walls and a stream running through it.

5. Because of erosion of rock over a long period of time



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