Andhra Pradesh Tourism

History of Andhra Pradesh

Hyderabad was the capital of Andhra Pradesh but since 2014 by the formation of Telangana state, Hyderabad is considered to be the capital of newly formed state Telangana. Hyderabad will continue to function as the State Capital of Andhra Pradesh for a period not exceeding 10 years till a new capital is determined for Andhra Pradesh. The history of Andhra Pradesh is very ancient since 800 BC and is mentioned in several ancient books Like Mahabharata, Ramayana, the Jataka Tales, and the Puranas. Andhradesh Pradesh once was under the rules of the Maurya empire as well, Ikshvaku Dynasty, Pallava, Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas and Later Cholas. “Telugu” native language of Andhra Pradesh is associated with cholas.

Important places of Andhra Pradesh

When it comes to Andhra Pradesh tour, it has numerous places which are worth visiting and that is why it is one of India’s most visited states and considered is like the “Kohinoor of India” by the tourism department. Andhra Pradesh State tour is worldwide famous for its immensely vast culture, food, beautiful scenic views, etc.

Beaches

Andhra Pradesh tour includes visits to beaches for romantic couples who do not want too much-crowded beaches for a peaceful and scenic environment. Sunrise and sunsets of Andhra beaches are like meditation to the mind. Most important beaches situated at Andhra Pradesh are Barua in Srikakulam, Bheemunipatnam in Vizag, Manginapudi near Machilipatnam town, Mypadu Located about 25km away from Nellore city, Ramakrishna Beach located on the seaward end of Vizag city, Rushikonda located on the outskirts of Visakhapatnam, Suryalanka, Thummalapenta, Uppada, Vodarevu, Vakalapudi, Yarada.

Other Important destination of Andhra Pradesh

Tirupati: Tirupati is the most visited temple in the world.

Araku Valley: Located at the eastern Ghats is the most beautiful mountains of Andhra Pradesh.

Srisailam: Srisailam is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

Papikondalu: Breathtaking Hill station surrounded by river Godavari river.

Ahobilam: Important temple of Andhra Pradesh which is situated at the beautiful scenic view.

Vijayawada, Mantralayam, Srikalahasti and many more.

Art and Culture of Andhra Pradesh

You will need an Andhra Pradesh tourist guide to understand the vast and beautiful art and culture of Andhra Pradesh. Andhra Pradesh is famous for its textiles like Kalamkari, Bidri, weaving of Ikat, Gadwal and Venkatagiri, etc. Andhra Pradesh is also famous for its metal crafts, toys, saris, stone crafts, brassware.

Kuchipudi is one of the most famous dance forms of Andhra Pradesh which is worldwide famous other dance form is Pherni which is inspired by Lord Shiva and also known as “Dance of Lord Shiva”

One cannot understand the art and culture of Andhra Pradesh on a one day tour, a person needs to send time for

Food of Andhra Pradesh

People of Andhra Pradesh usually prefer spicy food which is famous is famous all over the world which is inspired by the ancient kitchen of Nawabs of Andhra Pradesh. Hyderabadi Biryani and Hydrabadi Halim is one of the most famous dishes in the world for which people from different parts of the world come for. Other mouth-watering dishes of Andhra Pradesh are Chepa Pulusu, Gongura Pickle Ambadi, Pesarattu, Gutti Vankaya Koora, Punugulu, etc.