Places of Interest in Andhra Pradesh

Hyderabad

Andhra Pradesh spells magic. For it combines the old with the new, retaining its old culture and hospitality while driving itself to conquer new frontiers, particularly in the realm of information technology as well as tourism. Over the past few years, Andhra Pradesh tourism has emerged as a frontrunner in regards to the creation of new tourist attractions and infrastructure.

Out of all the states of erstwhile Deccan - Bijapur, Berar, Bidar and Golconda - Golconda was by far the most powerful. Ruled by the Qutub Shahis, the capital Bhagyanagar was named after a royal beloved Bhagmati, who later as the wife of Quli Qutub Shah became Hyder Mahal and thus was born Hyderabad.

What started as a strong outpost of the Kakatiyas of Warangal has not turned into a fascinating city. Eight hundred years ago when they made the mud-walled fort on top a hillock that commanded the surroundings, they had little idea that one day it will form the nucleus of a great kingdom and city. Nor, perhaps, did Mohammed Quils Qutb Shah, fifth in line of Qutb Shahi rulers, know it when he fell in love with a village maiden that he was indeed laying the foundations of a unique culture.

Nagarjuna Sagar
Nagarjunakonda may be named after Nagarjuna, the revered Buddist monk, who governed the “Sangha (Buddhist monastery )” for nearly 60 years around the turn of the 2nd century.AD. He founded the Madhyamika school,which studied and developed the teachings of Mahayana Buddism.

Hyderabad, often called the gateway to the South, blends the north and south, blends the north and south Indian identities. Yet, from both it has developed a distinct personality of its own. Its language has melody, its riches were known throughout the world, its style was envied by many. the past still lingers in its present making it a delightful city with a lot to offer: history, culture, entertainment, crafts and above all a great holiday.