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is the third largest state in India with an area of 275,000 sq. km. A state in the southern region of India, Andhra Pradesh is bordered on the south by TamilNadu state, on the west by Karnataka state, on the north and northwest by Maharashtra state, on the northeast by Madhya Pradesh and Orissa states, and on the east by the Bay of Bengal. The northern area of Andhra Pradesh is mountainous. Andhra Pradesh India,Andhra Pradesh Travel,Andhra Pradesh Tour,Andhra Pradesh Tours,Andhra Pradesh Tourism,Andhra Pradesh Travel Guide The highest peak Mahendragiri rises 1500 m above the sea level. The climate is generally hot and humid. There are many holy temples which attract a large
Hyderabad:
Hyderabad, the capital of Andhra Pradesh was founded in the late 6th century by Qutab Shahi dynasty line of Kings known for their beautiful monuments and mosques, Medieval Indian, Saracenic, Mughal and Colonial architecture which, create an architectural richness rarely found in other parts of the country.
Visakhapatnam / Vizag:
Lapped by the Bay of Bengal, on the eastern part of Andhra Pradesh lies the beach city, Visakhapatnam. Ages ago there stood a temple on the shores dedicated to Vaisaka, the God of Valour in the Hindu pantheon. Andhra Pradesh India,Andhra Pradesh Travel,Andhra Pradesh Tour,Andhra Pradesh Tours,Andhra Pradesh Tourism,Andhra Pradesh Travel Guide The mighty sea has since swept away the shrine, but the name
survived for identifying the now sprawling City of Visakhapatnam.
Vijayawada:
Vijayawada or the "City of Victory" as it literally translates is called so as it was here or so it is believed that Arjuna, the Pandava Prince was rewarded for his penance, which he did on Indrakiladri Hill. A predominantly business city of the Coastal Anthra, Vijayawada on the banks of the holy river Krishna attracts many piligrims as well for its temple dedicated to Durga. The city is also a base for visiting the Buddhist excavations at Amaravati, which is less than 70 kms, away. Also accessible from Vijayawada are the towns of Kuchipudi, Mangalagiri and Kondapalli which are famous for dance, temple and handicrafts respectively. So altogether Vijayawada presents a colourful and varied picture and can be termed as a business cum pilgrim cum tourist center.
Warangal:
Warangal was the ancient capital of the Kakatiya rulers. It was here that the fort was constructed by king Ganapathi in 1199 A.D and completed by Rudramadevi in the year 1261. The thousand pillard temple with its star shaped shrines dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Surya, the famous Ramappa temple & lake, the Pakhal lake are worth visiting. It is known for Thousand Pillar Temple. A fine specimen of Kakatiya architecture and sculpture, the Thousand Pillar temple as the name implies has many pillars, all efficient carved. The temple is built in Chalukyan Style.
About Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh, India's fifth largest state, is sprawled over an area of 275,068 sq. km. History has forged, and left behind vital links with the state, as is evident from the many edifices, monuments and architectural ruins, the legacy of dynasties as old as 300 B.C. Traces of the diverse and variegated facets of the culture of the Mauryas, Pallavas, Cholas, Satavahanas, Chalukyas and Vijayanagar, offer imposing vistas, that continue to fascinate the observer.
Andhra Pradesh lives in its fertile coastal plains, semi arid Deccan plateau and the lofty hillscapes of the Eastern Ghats. Exquisite crafts, glorious remnants of the past, vibrant festivities, irresistible delicacies coupled with the charming features of the people, and the sonorant mother tongue Telugu leave behind indelible impressions.
Some of the incredible sights of Andhra Pradesh are the world's tallest masonry dam, million year old caves, South Asia's first lion safari and the world's richest temple.
Places to visit:
Char Minar - This magnificent monument built by Quli Qutub Shah, is synonymous with Hyderabad. It was built in 1591 by Quli Qutb Shah. to mark the end of the plague that had ravaged the city. Four graceful minarets from which 'Char Minar' derives its name, literally meaning 'Four Minars' soar to a height of 48.7 m above the ground. All around the Char Minar is the bustling Laad bazaar selling pearl, antiques, perfume and ittar.
Golconda Fort - This massive fort of perimeter 11 km has the history of medieval Deccan written in its ruins. The fort was the capital of Qutb Shahi kings throughout their rule. Once famous for its diamond market, the 'Kohinoor', the largest diamond in the world, was quarried here.
Salar Jung museum - A one-man collection of antiques, the artifacts on display are unique and range through varied periods of time and places in the world. The collection at this unique museum was put together by Nawab Mir Yusaf Ali Khan (Salar Jung III), the Prime Minister of the Nizam. It contains about 43,000 art exhibits and 50,000 books from all over the world. .
Tirupati - is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage centers of India. It is an unique example of the Dravidian architecture. The temple has an exquisitely carved Gopuram facing the east. The Vimana is completely covered with the gold plate, known as Ananda Nilayam. The annual festival, held in September every year, attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over the country.
Medak - The famous landmark of Medak is the Church. It is known for its pointed stained-glass windows, that depict the story of the Bible, in blazing coloured pictures.
Borra caves - Borra is a village in the Ananthagiri hills in the south-east corner of Srungavarapukota Taluk, about 29 kms from Araku Valley and 90 kms from Visakhapatnam. The caves at this place, popularly known as the Borra Caves are of historical importance and religious value. Dating back to a million years, they present a breathtaking display of naturally sculpted splendour, in superb stalagamite formations.
Nagarjuna Sagar - Nagarjuna Sagar in an important Buddhist site located 150 km from Hyderabad. Today, Nagarjuna Sagar is known for the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam - the world's tallest masonry dam that supplies water to over 10 lakh acres of land. It was while the dam was being built that the ruins of an ancient Buddhist civilisation were excavated. Some of the relics unearthed have been preserved on a picturesque island called Nagarjuna Konda, located in the centre of a man-made lake.
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