Andhra Pradesh Attractions

Andhra Pradesh is the most populous state in Eastern India surrounded by Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Orissa to the north, Tamil Nadu to the south and Karnataka to the west.

Andhra Pradesh is divided into three regions. Konaseema is a coastal plain between Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal. Telangana lies west of the Ghats and Rayalaseema is located in the southeast of Andhra Pradesh. Most of the state is situated on the Deccan plateau, which is the considered one of the oldest geological formations in India.

Hyderabad is the capital of Andhra Pradesh and home to more than 6 million people. Hyderabad is known for its culture, history and architecture. Hyderabad and Secunderabad are twin cities separated by Husain Sagar, an artificial lake.

Many religious pilgrim centers have found a home in Andhra Pradesh including Tirupati, the most visited Hindu temple in India and numerous Buddhist centers. Hyderabad is a place where Hindus and Muslims have resided in harmony for centuries.