Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh has the second-longest coastline in India.The state is dotted with hill ranges from the north to the south, running erratically down the middle of the country dividing it into western and eastern or coastal Andhra. It is India’s fourth largest state by area and fifth largest by population. Its capital and largest city by population is Hyderabad. Andhra Pradesh is bordered by Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Odisha in the north, the Bay of Bengal in the East, Tamil Nadu to the south and Karnataka to the west. Andhra Pradesh is historically called the "Rice Bowl of India". More than 77% of its crop is rice. Two major rivers, the Godavari and the Krishna, run across the state. The small enclave (30 square kilometres (12 sq mi)) of Yanam, a district of Puducherry, lies in the Godavari Delta in the northeast of the state. On 1 November 1956, the States Reorganization Act formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Telugu-speaking areas of Hyderabad State and the Telugu-speaking part of the Madras Presidency.

Places in and around Andhra Pradesh

Groups always run in this order. Inside each group, the must-see picks come first; hikes and places to stay follow the order Windhorse recommends.

Sights and attractions in Andhra Pradesh

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Araku Valley

Araku valley is one of the most important tourist destination in Andhra Pradesh. A pleasant hill station famous for its scenic gardens with lush green nature, valleys, waterfalls and streams.
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Birla Planetarium Hyderabad

Birla Planetarium and Science Museum is located in Naubat Road. The planetarium was inaugurated by Late Sri N.T.Rama Rao on 8th September 1985.
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Birla Temple (Hyderabad)

This shimmering ethereal temple of Lord Venkateshwara, built in sculpted white marble, floats on the city skyline, on Kala Pahad.
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Borra Caves

The million year-old limestone Borra Caves, is situated at about 56 miles north of Vizag.
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Charminar

Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, built Charminar in 1591.
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Chowmahalla Palace

Once regarded as the center of Hyderabad, the magnificent Chowmahalla Palace was the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty where the Nizams entertained their official guests and royal visitors.
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Golconda Fort

Golconda is one of the famous forts of India. The name originates from the Telugu words.
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Hyderabad

Hyderabad is the fifth largest city in India with an ancient civilisation and culture. Hyderabad and Secunderbad are twin cities, separated by Hussain sagar, which is a man made lake.
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Mecca Masjid

A hundred yards southwest of the Charminar is the Mecca Masjid, so named because the bricks were brought from Mecca to build the central arch.
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Nizams Museum

The Nizam’s Museum is located in Purana Haveli, in the heart of the city. It is is an equally entertaining museum in Hyderabad.
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Osmania University

Established in 1918, it is one of the oldest universities in India. The third oldest in southern India and the first to be established in the erstwhile princely State of Hyderabad.
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Qutub Shahi Tombs

Qutub Shahi Tombs are located in the heart of the Hyderabad city. The Qutub Shahi Tombs are quite close to the Golconda Fort, which is a famous landmark of Hyderabad.
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Ramakrishna Beach

It is one of the most prominent beaches on the East Cost. It is the most happening place in Visakhapatnam one of the crowed pullers in the city.
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Ramoji Film City

The Ramoji Film City is located about 35 kilometers from the Hyderabad city.
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Rushikonda

Just 8Kms from Vizag, Rushikonda beach is a picture perfect setting with golden sands, surf, sea and hill cottages overlooking the grand vista.
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Salar Jung Museum

This museum houses one of the biggest one-man collections of antiques and artifacts in the world by Mir Yousuf Ali Khan Salar Jung III.
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Simhachalam

One of the most exquisitely sculpted shrines of Andhra Pradesh, Simhachalam temple is situated 16 km from Vizag among thickly wooded hills.
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Visakhapatnam

The beautiful city with its twin town Waltair, forms a harmonious blend of majestic hills, valleys and golden beaches along the Bay of Bengal coastline.